More van build tips to improve the quality of your build
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- Опубликовано: 3 окт 2024
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Came for the t-slots. Stayed for the philosophy.
Genius I tell ya! Genius! Boy I bet you really looked forward to matimatics and Englamish in school 😂. Oh boy my grandfather told me that one morning on the way to school as a kid I thought he had the weirdest sense of humor. But now I love it, he's 92 now with alot of health issues, when he retired from New York he moved down to Florida to be with the rest of the family. He built my mother my brother and I a duplex in the 80s with no construction experience at all to help my mother out with us so she could collect rent from one side while she worked 2 jobs as a single mother and we lived on the other side. He's a brilliant man even at 92 with cancer he gets his friends and some family to pitch in every year to rent a catamaran in the Virgin islands for a week or two... I bring him up because Everytime I watch your content not only am I amazed at the work you do which is truly amazing! If you we're to combine my grandfather and my uncle's personalities and characteristics it reminds me alot of yourself. So other than the builds themselves I get a kick outta of that. Not only that but you can really tell how much you enjoy designing, making, and shooting the content of these builds. It truly shows the passion and craftsmanship you have towards this stuff. I feel it's what alot of these other builders are missing they like to do a walk through of the finished product and maybe a timlapsed version of it or a couple things here and there which there's nothing wrong with to each is own. I follow this guy Jarrod Tocci on RUclips he has a engineering degree he built two vans on his own. He's originally from Boston but he's been on the west cost for awhile he's built a pretty big following by networking and touring people's vans and on his second van he had radiant floor heating put in by van life tech which the owner is the guy that designed this system which runs off glycol I believe, draws very little power. But the company has to get companies certified if they want to install it so it can be under warranty. Anyhow I'm always telling him about you and how beautiful your work is. If he's ever back on the east coast to visit his family to look you up and maybe be able to check your work out. Whether you want that or not who knows but I'm always bragging about your work. And I just think it would be super cool if you could start incorporating those radiant heated floors by @vanlifetech. He does alot of film work with Marc from nomadik customs out of Oregon. He's another gentleman who's work I really admire because he really likes to do full blown custom builds is his thing. But he also has templates that he will do if the customer doesn't want a full custom build. Anyhow I can't wait to see some more of your Shoulin Technics ✏️📐 🎎🧧🎥☯️
@Hog Dawger8_ For whom can be credited. Thank you EBERSPÄCHER(EBER) for glycol system. It was a good idea for VLT to use this technology. Does he site/credit where learned first? Really important for RUclipsr's to do this. EBER' began marketing the RV and freight industry with this product over 8 years ago. With sales as early as 2011. Ethylene glycol is an alcohol compound commonly known as "anti-freeze". EBER' makes the heater. Which torches the anti-freeze by burning fuel. Heat exchange that and your gonna get some hot water or air. For shower, sink, and floor. Draws little power. I found as low as a 1 amp configuration(@ 12V).
@@pll2bs340 I'm not sure where he learned it from. But you're correct it barley draws any power. I'm definitely going to use it when I start my van.
You're THE Gold standard in van builds! 🎉
George you are a true inspiration! Can't stop watching your videos!! Thanks very much!!!
Welcome to Humble Road !
I give George a thumbs up before even watching...the only person on YT that I do that with..
I'd love to come apprentice and learn from you in the shop!!
Me too.
Me too
Every sunday that starts with a Humble Road video is better than one without.
Amazing how much thought you put in the engineering design and I saw a lot of innovations in just under 20 minutes.
Have a nice day George!
Thank you very much!
So true lots of planing
This video showed your 80/20 war chest of parts I previously inquired about. Appreciate you.
ahh sanity in the world again ,finally got my fix of Humble Road.i can go into another lock down feeling good and knowing George is out their keeping my sanity alive.
Einstein of Van Build !!
My life goal and Dream is my Van build by You!
Me when I see a new Humble Road video posted: 😍😀😍
I'll never own a van by George, but I sure do appreciate the journey.
If I could give 2 thumbs up I would. Great video. I got very good results with using alcohol to drill holes cut threats or cut aluminum. Cheap and easy to clean after dry. Only the aluminum chips are left.
Interesting, I'll look into that. My first thought is fire hazard with the heat. No flare ups?
Emphasizes how cheaply modern RVs are built. This is true craftsmanship. A well-built van is better than any RV on the market. It's worth the money.
After watching hours and hours of Van builds using the same tired formula you are pushing the envelope of innovation forward, godspeed to you man! Btw, I would have switched the 3rd board with th 11th......lol!
Wow, thank you!
Haha....
I'm looking to start mine. Love his ideas but makes me doubt my capabilities.
Hi again Mike here, use mis matched Velcro - use 200 hook and 100 loop, for a belt and suspenders solution.
You can get torque setting screw drivers hit the same torque every time.
Good Show today! Was finally able to get set up in Condo on the Beach and watch!
Have fun!
@@HumbleRoad Stop By next time you are down my way!
You are a master my friend
That was 18:22 seconds of pure information and not a spot of wasted info at all. HEY! I LOVE my 90-pound pull magnets. I use them to put the cover on my windshield and keep it secure in even the wildest windstorm. Problem: When 2 of the magnets stick together it takes an act of Congress to pry them apart, so you have to make SURE you put the nylon insert between each magnet each time you disassemble and put away. Maybe try 90-lb pull magnets? Would make that wall even more secure in case of an accident? ($12-$14 per 10-pack.)
Thanks for being so inventive. Your innovation and long term strategy will help us Nomads well into the future . And as you say, limit the cussing ! Godspeed.
I appreciate that!
I am travelling for work.
You make my 14 days quarantine bearable
Wonderful!
this has just given me a idea to cover the panels behind the galley i mean with 16 pound pull magnets that aint going noware
I use magnets everywhere!
@@HumbleRoad i love looking at your builds its so much cleaner looking than just using timber the units look like something from a show room keep it coming dude
Hot coffee, new ideas, and a whole day ahead. Makes me smile!
now that's using your head. Just BRILLIANT... way to go. 👍👍👍🔥🔥🔥🔥
Great tips George. This was perfect to watch while drinking my coffee before going out to work on the van.
Perfect!
Thank you for taking so much time with your builds. Quality over Quantity.....that's what I appreciate. Hope to have you build ours.
About to restore an old shuttle bus so I've been watching lots of videos relating to van builds. I have to say, out of all the videos I have seen, yours are the most informative. Thank you for sharing your wisdom. Much obliged.
Inspecting the boiler! I grew up in an old house (on Long Island) with an old oil boiler. Every day, my dad assigned one of us to check the boiler water level. He knew and had obviously seen (born in 1914) the result of a "dry" boiler and the resulting catostrophic explosion. Thanks for that memory. Great video. Great builds. Great channel.
And no one was allowed to touch the thermostat!
@@HumbleRoad FACTS!!!
The magnet system is so obvious and brilliant!! Talk about access!! And options!! Especially in a service area like the garage. Great idea.
Totally agree!
George, I just watched Mike Neundorfer do a walk through of their new "B Box" option at Advanced RV. As you have often said, their work is just some crazy custom amazingness. As I watched that video, I was thinking of what would happen if you got your hands on one of their B Box chassis and then started the build out... Hhhhmmn. Might be too easy! :-)
That's a pretty large living space! I've always wanted a butler's pantry...
I want to see George get his hands on a skoolie
Watched the B Box thing and had EXACTLY the same reaction.
Where would George put a butlers pantry? Hmm. By the jacuzzi?
dindog22 or a Cargo Trailer conversion.
@@dindog22 Or a full-size bus build.... one of those previously million dollar machines in need of a full restoration would be amazing.
I truly admire the way you "future proof" your designs. I love your creativity coupled with your practicality - a rare combination.
Glad you have enlarged your workforce. I think I'd better start saving for my van build. It's obvious that I would get more bang for the buck having you do it, rather attempting it myself.
MAGNETS! EUREKA!! Brilliant. That solves a puzzle with my truck! Thank you
Looking great George.. another great design with thoughtful improvements.
Many thanks
Always happy to see your videos. Since I am close by our location I pray before my PCS move i get the opportunity to work with you in my first van build. Also thanks for emailing me back.
I've used a fair amount of Rubio for my floors, trim, etc. It is great stuff. If you really bought a whole gallon, you probably have enough to do 50 vans. A little goes a long way. Be aware that the hardener seems to kick off over time. My guess is that the crappy cans they sell it in are not air tight once you open and reseal them. try decanting to a better container or vacuum sealing the hardener after use. Also, my local hardwood floor distributor sold me the 1.3L size for $80-90, but It's been over a year since I bought any, so prices may have gone up.
I'm very particular, but you make me want to take it to the next level. I love how you think. You really have something great when you own a Humble Road built van.
Thank you! 😊
Your videos are amazing. I can't help thinking that if people lived a slightly simpler life then they could save thousands on filters, batteries, heaters, etc. Each to their own though. About to start building my second van and will be heavily reliant on your advice - thank you.
I wish you the best! Send pics!
Another great video George, I think I will call you Mr accessibility. Thanks again for your Sunday video.
I absolutely love the methodical logic of your builds. It's incredibly soothing. Just wish I could afford the 80/20. Maybe next build....
One more thought for today. Terry Minix, over at Embassy RV uses those bladders for clean water and grey water tanks, they lay on top of each other, so that as you use up the clean water and that bladder empties, the gray bladder fills--saving space because they are maintaining same overall area--a pretty interesting approach. He also puts them inside, in his case, under a sofa. Looking at the physical space of that fixed clear water tank you are wrestling with, I like the sturdy fixity of it, but the bladders, hhmmmn.
I saw those stacked bladders at one of the last Tampa RV Shows. Very clever.
The best information about camper van building , thanks for your videos
Magnets; brilliant! I have screws dropping out of our upper PW cabinets; too many dirt roads.
She mentions George at least every other episode. Love her 💕💕💕
Top build solid modern and easy access to fix brilliant system I’m impressed ,old jimmy Australia ,we have the iveco daily earth cruiser here not cheep but tough for the out back ,your a knowlegble builder
Thank you “Old Jimmy!”
Love that hot water slider, George - Brilliant!
No unnecessary labor, no creative new cuss words!
Magnets , simple but brilliant .
Yes they are
Thanks again. Outstanding design George.
Very welcome
George, excellent tips today! I especially liked the 80 20 tips .... very helpful!
Glad you enjoyed it
You are such a master craftsman and genius when it comes to making these mini home vans. I love your videos. Very entertaining. It makes want a van. I bet yours are very expensive. Worth it. Its wonderful how you share your knowledge.
Thank you very much!
I like your magnetic walls , good idea.
Instead of mounting your water heater with four bolts how about one side having 2 notches it slides into and then you only need 2 bolts to mount it instead of 4.
I recently started mounting every thing using the 2 notch 2 screw method .
Good work as usual
Thanks for sharing
The water heater comes with two notch, two hole feet, just as you suggest.
You think of everything, George. 👍
i forgot thank you for all your knowledge it’s been a huge help on my first build
Very nice 👍
Common sense quality build. Great work.
This made sense but cracked me up with delivery.
Beautiful wood! Cant wait to see this one finished.
You and me both!
I love how effective the magnets work! You are so clever, George!!
Thank you very much!
Poetry in design
You are an absolute genius, George!
Thanks for the info George. Your production style is back!!!
I love watching how you combine the art of form and function. You might consider adding magnets in strategic cabin areas where the owners can secure small items. I say this because I have seen other van owners demonstrating the convenience of having a place to secure loose items with a 🧲. For example, magnetic knife holding strips are good example of form and function. They come in a variety of sizes and design.
So much ingenuity and information! Love seeing what you come up with for each build. I know the pro master owner wants a microwave but it sure requires a lot of space. The walls held with magnets 🧲 seems like a fantastic idea. Sunday Funday watching you at work. Have a great week and I look forward to seeing you next week 🚐🚐❤️❤️
Oh yes, big surprise next week! You'll never guess! Thanks for watching!
@@HumbleRoad BIG surprise next week!! I’m so excited I can hardly wait!! I bet it will be even more exciting than a big box coming out of Ohio!!!
You think of everything!! Thank you for another fun, informative, and INSPIRING video!!
I absolutely love your thought process. Your detail in thought & explanation is irreplaceable! Thank you for your genius mind!
You are so welcome!
I am just starting my MB build journey and appreciate all of your wisdom and content. Thank you!
You are so welcome!
looks like very high end, high quality builds that you are doing. great job
first class build in every step!
Thanks!
"The utility rack holds the battery, the water heater, the inverter, the pi... you know the thing...." - nice Joe impersonation George (oops, I forgot this is an apolitical channel - I am a bad bad person - I humbly apologize....)
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Magnets...whodda thought? You’re the master👍💕😊
😊 thank you
Good stuff! I've already got my magnets for a ceiling in my pro master. What fun it has been trying to stuff a home in a van. Your videography is so good wish I could get better at it sooner. Working on a van to try and sell and really wanted to make more vids of the process but that is a world I haven't been able to wrap my head around yet. I have one video showing where I'm at on my build if your ever bored. Trying to incorporate a recirculating shower on top of a standard system with a UV light filter and a heat exchanger. Wanted to go the PexA route but it wasn't in the budget. should be an interesting build upon completion. Not near your level of equipment or strength but I think my thought process of accessibility is a lot like yours. Thanks for all the information!
@bukit23 What pull strength magnets are you using for the ceiling, this is brilliant!
I installed a underwater marine led lite in my water tank about 4 years age and it still is working, you can mount a surface mount or they make a very small round led lite that mounts in a thru hole..... to see your level..
Yes, a light source on any side of the tank will work. Using a momentary contact switch.
Fantastic video has given me great inspiration on how to build something in my campervan so I have learnt from you and I thank you for that
Your 4" C channels are quite far apart and I'm wondering if rather than using 3, 4" that 4 or 5 3" could be used. That would give your plywood mattress base more support. Having said that... I am just starting building my 1st van (I might only do 1) and having watched so many videos on this topic over the past 2 years I must say.... YOU are at the top of the heap George. Thanks for putting them out there. It has helped me immensely.
George, GEORGE! magnetic panels?
... its going to work really well. I wanted you to see that, now I'm going to put this rack in ...
Humble to the bone, even when exhibiting genius.
Hello sir I've been following you for several years and you have been a great inspiration to myself and a lot of other people. I have a shuttle bus that I am converting. And I will definitely be using some of your tips. Thank you so much.
Genius George 💡
Great design and build, where is the cloth washer ?
Excellent. Thanks for the info.
Love the magnets, really thinking all your builds thru with such detail! Great artistry in your work! Love me some Humble Road!
Thank you! Cheers!
The philosopher of van build 👍
Looking forward to more on the Hot water :)
It's coming.
Genius at work... loving the detail and thought process..
Thank you! Cheers!
Easy acces fun! Getting access to the wires and plumbing over and over again. Wow! Can you list the components you used (listing for the magnets 🧲)?
Exceptional video as is your work!
ProMaster got Scuppers!
Hi George,
Your videos have been very helpful and informative. I watched your videos several times and took notes.
The measurements were useful. I'm determining what size van will be good for myself.
Could you mention again in your upcoming videos some general measurements.
I would like to know what a good size asle and galley should be.
Cool, thanks! I have touched on all of that in my weekly videos.
Learn so much from all of your videos. What is the part supporting the I beams called?
aluminum angle
Attaching the panels using magnets: It's a great idea.
But the panels will float on the wall and have small amounts of motion relative to the van body - the van body will move more than the rigid panel. I have a case where a magnet holding a door in a B van has annoying metal-metal squeak as the van body flexes.
I'd suggest making sure that the magnets don't squeak. If they do, a very thin layer of something will less friction might help, without reducing the hold strength too much.
I have an idea to keep the panels stationary.
About the microwave...do you know why the owners chose one with an external handle? How safe is it to have a microwave mounted directly over the water tank?
Love that these folks chose a van with plenty of windows! Never did believe that the "white windowless serial killer vans" would ever be really stealthy.
That microwave is a drawer type, not a door. That works in harmony with its lower position in the hallway. I will insulate between the tank and microwave.
Your build is amazing . I love to learn the very best construction methods that you use. I am a few steeps behind you as my latest build will be Baltic birch and Kreg pocket hole joints . Maybe next time 80-20. Actually I am miles behind you ,but still having great fun . Every time I complete something on my van I always sit back and think how could I have done this to the next level . You had mentioned a CNC router was your next step . If you go to a youtube guy Vancity vanlife he had a guy in Canada called Happy camper kits do amazing work for him with a CNC .He may even be able to help you with programs . Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge with us .
STEPS, not STEEPS. Typo alert. Spelling police here.
@@lass-inangeles7564 Ha ha thanks ,you are doing a good job .
Nice to see you!
Brilliant, so much for me to learn!
George, I am in the process of planning my 3rd van, a Transit. Your vids are opening up new ways of thinking and building, thank you! I have a couple of questions (for now)-
How are the magnetic attachments for the wall panels working out? Worthwhile or no?
What is your current thinking on flooring, floor insulation, and anchoring 80/20 to the floor?
My van use is as a minimalist camper, and as a flexible hauling vehicle, so easy, repeatable removal of most cabinets is important. I really appreciate your approach of making everything accessible and serviceable.
I use Rubio monocoat also it’s great
Thanks for sharing. Like #126.
Genius, genius, genius! Magnets 🤯
Even Santa Claus will surely have such a slide. The reason must be safer delivery and never freeze again.
Damn, and here i thought im being smart with my idea of buildung in a uv filtration system to save on carrying excess water. It is absolutely worthwhile because even clean water does not have that plastic tank taste to it anymore
WD-40 is never to be assumed to be a “lubricant.” You might have a hard time finding the word on the can. When it is used to “stop squeaks,” it is mere redistributing what little old lubrication is remaining in the hinge, etc. After awhile the squeak will return.
Amazing design!
Thank you! 😊