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    This is the 8th build episode where I build the kitchen unit for the van conversion. The kitchen was designed to contain on oven, stovetop, fridge and plenty of storage drawers. The total frame was built from scratch out of stripped down 2"x4" timbers which saved me a lot of $$$ compared to buying dressed timber. I incorporated every inch of space with a tiny drawer under the sink and using the sink cut out as a cutting board which extends the countertop space.
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    Here is the list of parts and items we have used on the van build is this episode and thus far. These are affiliate links for which I may be compensated if you purchase from the link.
    THIS BUILD EPISODE
    12V water pump amzn.to/3lDV0Rd
    65L Fridge ebay.us/gPZTbs
    3 Burner Stove and Oven ebay.us/mk1Xnb
    Kitchen Drawer slides amzn.to/2RkdOJW
    Draw Handles amzn.to/2QOPTT9
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    Kreg Pocket hole jig amzn.to/3xUEcKA
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    FROM THE REST OF THE BUILD
    Electrical
    Circuit breaker amzn.to/3ah2iWz
    2000w Pure Sine Wave inverter amzn.to/2P231Dr
    DCDC 50amp charger amzn.to/3vS6B3x
    Battery Monitor amzn.to/3cbsfrR
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    Double Pole GPO outlet ebay.us/PsH4Jf
    12v Switch Panel amzn.to/31r1z3M
    Isolator switch amzn.to/3v01Vr9
    70 Amp Fuse amzn.to/32TOLnb
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    Split loom wire protector amzn.to/3nUtbal
    30Amp relay amzn.to/3tHIlQ8
    In line fuse holder amzn.to/3syyISC
    12v LED downlights amzn.to/3lH7NCh
    Dc-Dc 12v To 5v convertor amzn.to/3yOtxRB
    12v USB charging port amzn.to/3G0sQsR
    Solar Setup
    100w solar panel ebay.us/N3rl0G
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    Solar Cable Entry Housing Mount amzn.to/2QrvliZ
    Solar Inline fuse amzn.to/2SZB15t
    Solar Cable Extension amzn.to/3gZFPQj
    Water System
    85L Freshwater tank bit.ly/3locE9W
    43L Grey water tank ebay.us/BgNneX
    Water filler port amzn.to/2Q29jDz
    12V water pump amzn.to/3lDV0Rd
    Gas hot water heater tinyurl.com/5v...
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    Toilet ebay.us/eeG6wD
    Insulation
    Foil Board Insulation tinyurl.com/28...
    Sound Deadener ebay.us/FJxrxG
    Polyester Insulation tinyurl.com/yb...
    Windows
    Pop out window www.tinyurl.co...
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    Bed Build
    Cypress Pine Fence Picket tinyurl.com/9h...
    Table Drawer slides amzn.to/2RkdOJW
    Handy Tools
    Rivnut Set amzn.to/3u92wqy
    Contour Gauge amzn.to/3eaIbvj
    Gas Soldering Iron amzn.to/2PGQkOK
    Kreg Pocket hole jig amzn.to/3xUEcKA
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    Mapp Gas Torch amzn.to/3xHEKDi
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    Ventilation
    12v Exhaust Vent and fan amzn.to/3JJ7QsY
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    Roof Top Deck
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Комментарии • 205

  • @SheRoamsWild
    @SheRoamsWild 3 года назад +42

    You're by far one of my favorite van-builders - you explain and show everything so well, and your budgeting skills are amazing :)

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      Wow, thank you! That's so kind. Glad you are liking them. I just watched some of your videos too. Your are doing such a great job on your Transit! Well done and keep it up!

    • @bettyvanwhite6745
      @bettyvanwhite6745 3 года назад

      I agree!

    • @michaelvilla7846
      @michaelvilla7846 3 года назад

      Agreed! Wish you did these a year ago. Answered a lot of my questions 😂😂🤘🏾

  • @vanventureswithjodie
    @vanventureswithjodie 2 года назад +7

    That sink hole and chopping board look SO good!! Really something to aspire to, thanks for showing us how you did all this :)

  • @BittyBooBrown
    @BittyBooBrown 2 года назад

    That little kitchen unit is gorgeous.

  • @cameronbutler1562
    @cameronbutler1562 2 года назад

    youre doin unreal mate! good to see aussie video on vans too!

  • @brianwalters5997
    @brianwalters5997 2 года назад

    Hey mate Totally love your content and your descriptions on what you are doing and why you do it that way. Extremely helpful series. Love your money saving tips as well. Keep up the great work mate. :)

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  2 года назад

      So glad you can get some use out of it and thanks so much!

  • @wickedadventuresaustralia3999
    @wickedadventuresaustralia3999 3 года назад

    Great job. Nice to see how your setting it up

  • @jamlee344
    @jamlee344 3 года назад

    Man that looks good! Top series, keep it up!

  • @michellewood9646
    @michellewood9646 Год назад

    Flipping awesome

  • @esthercoronado353
    @esthercoronado353 Год назад

    Very nice! What's the size of the sink?

  • @kjs1069
    @kjs1069 3 года назад +1

    Good stuff brutha. I'm considering converting a Transit extended this year. What are the Engineering & Compliance regulations here in Aus for electrical, plumbing, gas, installing swivel seats & generally converting a commercial vehicle to a registered RV?

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад +2

      I'll make a video on it when i get around to it but basically you need a certified gas fitter to install any gas work and an electrician to instal anything 240v. Then it needs to be checked by an engineers, along with any other modifications to get a compliance plate which will allow you to register and then insure then van as a motorhome.

    • @kjs1069
      @kjs1069 3 года назад

      @@saltyvanventures thanks m8

  • @Silentpartner70
    @Silentpartner70 3 года назад

    Can I buy the plans for kitchen build ?

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      Hey mate, you sure can, shoot me an email saltyvanventures@gmail.com

  • @mebbec
    @mebbec 3 года назад +7

    Once again I am super impressed with you skills and creativity! Hats off!
    These videos are so awesome! I feel like they get even better with every video :)

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад +1

      Thanks Moritz, Great feedback. Makes me want to make more and more videos!

  • @patrickjobling8676
    @patrickjobling8676 3 года назад

    Gotta tellya mate.. all very smoochie coochie n stuff.. bells n whistles.. and who dosnt like pretty draw fronts ..pio pips n carryon ..😍😎😁

  • @RoseyCheeks07
    @RoseyCheeks07 Месяц назад

    Hey Marcel - wondering when you did this, how did you wire in the additional fan to turn on at the same time as the compressor?

  • @FreedoomRock
    @FreedoomRock 3 месяца назад

    It's not hard to drill through stainless steel, you just need a cobalt drill bit.

  • @outthere9370
    @outthere9370 Год назад

    Pretty cool! But, @ 4:38 the design wheel gets a bit woobly. Not quiet sure how those remaining spaces r goin 2 work out? 😳
    Save space. Get rid of the oven & all it's associated problems & buy a small good quality gas BBQ with a hood. Keeps all thos nasty cook'n smells outside. So no curry flavours @ 3 in the morn! 😇

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  Год назад +1

      There are no bad cooking smells. When cooking you exhaust through the roof vent above the stove. Also with a bbq you can’t cook on it when it’s raining and it’s not nice being outside when it cold/windy/raining

  • @patrickjobling8676
    @patrickjobling8676 3 года назад +2

    Mate mate ... 4 bee two .. wees dunn wonna get like them tharr crazy emerikeys do we .. they drive on the wrong side of the car and on the wrong side of the road ..goin the wrong way .. 4 bee 2 ...😂🤣😂😎pip pips and carryon pilgrims

    • @loriscook5231
      @loriscook5231 3 года назад +1

      Metric is so much easier, particularly for wood work. I was born in the early 50’s and still think of framing timber as 4x2’s, most younger people look at you blankly if you say 4x2

    • @patrickjobling8676
      @patrickjobling8676 3 года назад

      @@loriscook5231 i like that blankly look .. 😎😁

  • @hennnnerz
    @hennnnerz 11 месяцев назад

    Just wondering, would it be stronger to make the unit out of the 20x40 wood you used or plywood? I imagine plywood is more expensive but you get more usable space in the unit?

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  10 месяцев назад

      The beauty of doing it this way is that you save a lot of weight as the 20x40 makes a frame which is essentially a skeleton. making it out of ply is doable but i would way it would be much heavier

  • @skynewsisevil5751
    @skynewsisevil5751 3 года назад +2

    Great tip on the 90x45. Couldn’t agree more about the pocket hole jig. I love my Kreg gear. I picked up a similar model Transit last week and just getting kicked off. Your tips are really invaluable. Keep up the great work.

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад +1

      Yes it saved me a little fortune, to just be spent on other nice things for the van haha! The pocket hole jig is actually so great. So easy and so so strong! Good luck with your conversion.

  • @danah358
    @danah358 10 месяцев назад

    Am curious why you did not use hardwood for the frame? Construction strength is so important in a cabinet subjected to moving on bumpy roads.

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  10 месяцев назад

      It’s much heavier and an overkill in my opinion. Pine has held up valiantly in all the builds I have done. Remember to glue and screw all your joints

  • @kakadudude
    @kakadudude 3 года назад +2

    Again it was worth the wait. Thanks for the thorough yet easy to understand "walk through" - really enjoy your vids and I am getting great info and motivation. Cheers and beers

  • @cbliddle1
    @cbliddle1 Год назад

    What are the dimensions of the kitchen? I've got 1100x600 to play with

  • @deliverancenow100
    @deliverancenow100 Год назад

    i would love a budget build to pay u to build mine...

  • @GooseEllen
    @GooseEllen 3 года назад +1

    Hey guys! Having a bit of a binge leading up to the build of our next van. . This is by far the most useful cabinet build on RUclips! Top effort team 🤙🤙

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      Awesome guys!! I’m blushing 😆 good luck on your next build!

  • @hypercasual
    @hypercasual 3 месяца назад

    Hey mate, thoughts on using strips of 1" plywood cut to 2" widths rather than your 1"x2" pine? Not sure if it'd be cheaper or stronger or worse on both fronts?
    Great video, nice to have someone working in mm (despite my comments measurements 😅)

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 месяца назад +1

      I suppose it is possible although I have 2 concerns. Firstly 1 inch thick plywood is so heavy and would be hard to manage, especially if stripping down by yourself on a table saw. is hard enough with 15mm which is half that of what you're suggesting. Secondly, I think this wouldn't end up being cheaper, nor worth the effort than just being dressed 2x1's. I like your out of the box thinking though!

    • @hypercasual
      @hypercasual 3 месяца назад

      @@saltyvanventures appreciate the feedback mate!

  • @TimothyBecker
    @TimothyBecker 2 года назад +1

    Love this video, you have some really great and well thought out ideas. Definitely gave me some inspiration for our own van build. Thank You!

  • @LaurenSepulveda-q8m
    @LaurenSepulveda-q8m 7 месяцев назад

    Can you state the make and model of the oven you used? The link is no longer valid.

  • @silviofontana3666
    @silviofontana3666 Год назад

    Hey, good job, Question, when you drill using your pocket guide, do you need to pre drill a pilot hole into the timber where the screw beds in?

  • @konorrockhill6191
    @konorrockhill6191 Год назад

    What were the dimensions of your whole kitchen block?

  • @patrickjobling8676
    @patrickjobling8676 Год назад

    Gotta tellya mate .. that was totally awsomewells.. man o man flash as .. i do like pretty draw fronts 😁jolly good carryon pip pips pilgrims .. oh .. and i think ya secretary is bunting furr a raise .. any whos must away worlds to save n such n such ..

  • @stevensteggles7560
    @stevensteggles7560 3 года назад +1

    It's really not fair you're this good at campervan building. Not fair at all.

  • @Mr_Beagle
    @Mr_Beagle Год назад

    Love this! Quick question - how wide is your kitchen unit?

  • @sharjoyce1365
    @sharjoyce1365 Год назад

    How have you found the cabots benchtop varnish?

  • @loriscook5231
    @loriscook5231 3 года назад +1

    Following all your videos as I fit out my van up in FNQ. Great being able to access all the same materials and suppliers. Your attention to detail and clear instructions are the best, thank you for taking the time to pass on your knowledge. After the van l will have the skills to build kitchen cabinets. big saving, last house I used Bunnings cabinets

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      I noticed there was a lack of Australian van builds so I'm glad this can help some fellow Aussies. Yes now you can build your own kitchen and learn some new skills and save a bit of $$$ too!

  • @buddyg21
    @buddyg21 2 года назад

    I've been having lots of issues trying to build out my kitchen - amateur DIY amirite? But I have been following your build (which has been excellent and super helpful) and since things seem to be coming along alright. One issue i've had a bunch today is drilling screws into an area that has another set of pocket jig holes.
    For example @4:19 your top row has one vertical piece between two pieces going horizontal (where sink and drawers are seperated) all of those are pocket jig drilled out - how do the screws not fall into the other holes and compromise the strength? Each time I've done that, the screws don't seem to hold well and are quite wobbly.
    OR it cracks the wood entirely.
    Oof. I thought I would've been working on drawers by now but its just kitchen, day after day. I feel like i'm losing it

  • @petrakelly1696
    @petrakelly1696 3 года назад +1

    We both LOVE it! Glen commented from his professional view “pretty clever” 😎🙌🏻

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      Yay! Thank you! haha thanks Glen, hope you guys are well

  • @IainMackenzie100
    @IainMackenzie100 3 года назад

    Did you go for a full depth kitchen countertop 620mm or did you narrow it down? Great video and informative every time. thanks!

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      The counter top is 600mm wide I believe as that’s what I could buy from the hardware store

  • @gonewiththekale
    @gonewiththekale 3 месяца назад

    That came out absolutely GORGEOUS!!!

  • @sophiemarcaurele
    @sophiemarcaurele 3 года назад +1

    Wow! This looks SO good, you clearly have previous building experience! 😱 I reckon you should do conversions for other travelers as well 🤗
    Can’t wait to see more! 😍

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      Thank you! That might be on the cards in the future! Watch this space. Salty Van conversions haha!

    • @olivetrees342
      @olivetrees342 3 года назад

      @@saltyvanventures I’ll be your first customer! Just need to move to Australia though. 🤔
      Amazing work and thank you for making your videos so informative and easy to follow.

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      Thanks again, I'll keep them coming then!

    • @mountaingoatclimbing2011
      @mountaingoatclimbing2011 2 года назад

      @@saltyvanventures Are you located in Sydney by chance? Really loving your videos :), the way you break all the little fine techniques down makes it easy to digest. I would hire you for a van conversion

  • @santanalbp
    @santanalbp 2 года назад

    How tall is your kitchen? And approximately how much did you spend to build it ? I just recently bought a 2000 Ford econoline e 250 and I'm wondering how to and how much it would cost to build a kitchen frame.

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  2 года назад

      Its hard to say what i spent on it but the kitchen is 900mm high

  • @amberham5732
    @amberham5732 2 года назад

    How did those drawer locks work out? I know my drawers have flown open a lot 🏎😂 I wonder if those locks would be strong enough for my racecar driving skills… 🤔

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  2 года назад

      The draw holds work pretty good. The only one i added an extra magnetic hold was the second drawer which holds all our heavy plates. Used to fly open around corners but not any more.

  • @stephenbrickwood1602
    @stephenbrickwood1602 3 года назад +1

    great to see.
    were are you ?
    why salty ?

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад +1

      We are based in Sydney at the moment while we finish the van. Salty because we live by the sea and spend most of out time in or on the ocean.

  • @dougbrown2215
    @dougbrown2215 3 года назад

    I love your details that your go into in your videos. And occasional references to products, materials, suppliers here in Australia.
    I went out and bought the Kreg Pocket joining jig that you are using. I have be practicing using it on some 12mm ply.
    Most of the time the special Kreg screw head is NOT flush when the pieces are assembled. Any tips how to avoid that?

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      That's awesome, those pocket hole jigs are truely amazing. Yes you can run into the problem with the 12mm ply. I actually don't use the kreg screws and just usual chipboard/wood screws which are much cheaper when you use a lot of them. They are countersunk though so you just need to be mindful not to really drive the screw past its limits where it may split the ply. You can look for screws with a smaller head too which don't protrude the wood. Alternatively where I hav had this problem, I have taken an angle grinder to the screw to grind it flush with the ply. hope that helps

  • @andrewjeffrey2160
    @andrewjeffrey2160 3 года назад

    Part way through making my kitchen. Do you consider using the push to open runners or soft opening or is it better to just go with the regular ones and add in the stopper at the back?

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      It's up to you and you taste in design, I didn't like the look of the push buttons for the drawers and they don't have much to pull on for the bigger heavier drawers. For anything thats going to have heavy stuff in it like pots, pan and plates ect you may need to add extra holding power. I ended up putting a few of the holds on the bigger draws and then on the plate draw an addition magnet hold as the heavy drawer kept opening up while going around corners.

  • @julienlarocque6256
    @julienlarocque6256 Год назад

    Love your videos, thanks for sharing your knowledge. Question: did you use the same varnish on your chopping board as you did on the rest of your counter top? Thanks

  • @rebeccamchardy4367
    @rebeccamchardy4367 2 года назад

    We are finally up to building our kitchen cabinet, so just rewatched this one. What is the length of your kitchen cabinet? Ours is going to be 1200mm just trying to compare the size

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  2 года назад +1

      Hi yes from memory our kitchen is pretty close to 1200mm if not exactly that

  • @moobaz8675
    @moobaz8675 Год назад

    That's really good. I'm not going to mess about, I'm just going to copy your design 😅. Nice one. 👍

  • @Hunter357mag
    @Hunter357mag 3 года назад

    Spectacular kitchen! Efficient design but with everything you need right to hand. Great economics and construction. Thanks!

  • @rg3965
    @rg3965 3 года назад

    Very Well Done. The focus on techniques, mistakes (dang that stainless) and embedded tricks. Lots of great ideas and skills. Happy Vanlife to you both!

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      Thank you! I appreciate the feedback. I'll keep the videos coming

  • @marc9709
    @marc9709 2 года назад

    If someone is unable to make a perfect 90 degree cut with a chopsaw, they should not be using a table saw 😂. Nice work dude 🤙

  • @yachtmustang
    @yachtmustang 2 года назад

    Hi Marcel - awesome design and build. What did you use for your the waste on your sink - it looks like you've got a neat little trap mounted at the back. And can you tell me how much space you had to leave below the sink to allow for waste pipes - I have the same sink as yours? Thx bud

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  2 года назад

      yes you can get these low profile sink traps. I had to go to Reece plumbing to get it. It's called a box trap space saver. It was around 10cm when you take into account thread adaptors i think.

  • @monica5175
    @monica5175 3 года назад

    Hey guys! Absolutely love your build - I was wondering if you could share a link to purchase your wall vent for the fridge ventilation? Thanks heaps!

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      I couldn't actually find where i bought it from. But this is the same one i got www.theboatwarehouse.com.au/deck-fittings-hardware/vents/louvre-vent-plastic-with-tail-white-suits-100mm-hose/?gclid=CjwKCAjwy7CKBhBMEiwA0Eb7apsnTLWEfuF8G5Y4mAMi3yYEJGk8arFhSRJ1igZ3OhojPmDmdMiSXxoCOqkQAvD_BwE

  • @jakeedmunds8600
    @jakeedmunds8600 8 месяцев назад

    Love the finish on that sink cover/chopping board :) It came up really nice!

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  8 месяцев назад

      Thanks so much! 😊 We love it too! It came out so well

  • @beforeandafterinspo
    @beforeandafterinspo 3 года назад

    Just binge watched (and liked) all of the videos in this series! wow, so informative and great. I was wondering if you're going to upload a video on your electrical system? and whether you will go into more detail with your gas/water plumbing? :) thanks so much!

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      Yes I am! the next video coming out shortly will go over the electrical system I have installed in the van!

  • @catw6274
    @catw6274 Год назад

    Wow. Incredible. Love the attention to detail in filming it for us. Your channel really helps me get over the fear of cutting holes in the van. Lol.

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  Год назад

      Thank you! Hope the videos have been helpful for your build

  • @rossclayton4527
    @rossclayton4527 2 года назад

    Hi really like you videos, what is the depth of your kitchen unit please. I just need to get a idea how wide to set up for our kitchen.

  • @shampooblowdry
    @shampooblowdry 7 месяцев назад

    Beautiful

  • @gilesbyford3773
    @gilesbyford3773 2 года назад

    There’s a technical term for workmanship like this - 'Tasty'!

  • @joewilson6647
    @joewilson6647 2 года назад

    Hey there, would a fan be necessary for the fridge compressor or would a vent hole be ok on its own?

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  2 года назад

      Potentially. Maybe depending on your climate. Here is Australia in summers it gets bloody hot so i would recommend it. Many not so needed in say Europe

  • @SolomonKamau
    @SolomonKamau 3 месяца назад

    what brand is the oven

  • @FearlessOnFourWheels
    @FearlessOnFourWheels 3 года назад

    Great video, thank you. Would love to know how you found a place to work and do the Van build in Chile. How did you get hold of all the tools. I saw the build and love the Hiace. I drive a Hilux D4D now. 😀 Any tips for keeping the cost down when doing a build in Chile. Thanks again.

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      Hi, we reached out to a couple on the Workaway platform(basically work for accommodation and food) that were renovating a house and needed some help. So we were able to stay with them and use their workshop to build out van. Most RV specific stuff is very hard to find in Chile. We has to get a couple of crucial items shipped from the us via Amazon such as the 12v lights and VSD. Sodimac is the big hardware store in Chile but is still fairly limited in what you can buy compared to say US or Australia. If you have any expensive tech items you want to install, bring them with you.

    • @FearlessOnFourWheels
      @FearlessOnFourWheels 3 года назад

      @@saltyvanventures Thank you for the feedback, that really gives me food for thought. We did not think of shipping stuff with us. I also did not know you can ship with Amazon. I am also not half as handy as you are. We may have to do with a very basic setup. And add on as we move around. Thanks again.

  • @bashingtrax5807
    @bashingtrax5807 Год назад

    Think you will find it’s 4 x 2 😂

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  Год назад +1

      I think you will find it’s a 2 x 4 in Australia

    • @bashingtrax5807
      @bashingtrax5807 Год назад

      @@saltyvanventures I think you will find it’s a 4 x 2 in England … i won’t expand this conversation that’s for sure …

    • @danah358
      @danah358 10 месяцев назад

      2x4 in America ;-)

  • @carlbeaver7112
    @carlbeaver7112 3 года назад

    Nice work.
    Any idea why I never see any van build videos where peeps use a featherboard?

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      Good question! Do you mean for table saw guides? They aren't very popular in Australia apparently. I suppose we much prefer to risk out fingers haha!

  • @alizare1249
    @alizare1249 3 года назад

    Love the clean work! Looks amazing. Great idea with the computer fan.

  • @amberham5732
    @amberham5732 2 года назад

    I spy a butter knife spackling spreader 😂

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  2 года назад

      haha nothing is perfect, but i want it to look perfect!

  • @Chasingsing
    @Chasingsing 3 года назад

    I have the same hoodie lol

  • @petefrost1787
    @petefrost1787 3 года назад

    This is a great kitchen cabinet. I bet it is quite light weight. Have you ever worked with 8020 and if so, do you prefer wood construction. Obviously, wood will be less expensive. I am impressed with your cabinet design. It may not weigh more than 8020.

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      Yes this design would be considerably less weight that say a solid particle board kitchen. I have never used 80/20 as i prefer working. It's more forgiving I suppose.

    • @makguzi
      @makguzi Месяц назад

      @@saltyvanventures What is the approximate weight without the Oven and Fridge? (Amazing Video!!!)

  • @mountainbikemike
    @mountainbikemike 3 года назад +1

    So good dude

  • @innerbeauties4700
    @innerbeauties4700 2 года назад

    You need to Patent that table saw helper Idea ASAP. Great job!

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  2 года назад

      That would be cool although I cant take credit for the design!

  • @tipsybo
    @tipsybo 2 года назад

    You are such a pro...I really love your work it is inspirational!!

  • @lilyhenry86
    @lilyhenry86 3 года назад

    Hi...where did u buy ur oven please?? Im in Melbourne and jus about to build my van🙄🤣😱

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад +1

      Hi, i bought it from vango caravan supplies in Melbourne but looking at it now they have jacked up their price by $350. I suggest just shopping around online to find it cheaper. I bought it for $1000. it is a Thetford Spinflo Triplex Mk3 3Burner

    • @lilyhenry86
      @lilyhenry86 3 года назад

      @@saltyvanventures thanks so much..really appreciate it😊👍

  • @johnkovacs2388
    @johnkovacs2388 11 месяцев назад

    Awesome m8! Well documented and explained

  • @0neFunk
    @0neFunk 3 года назад

    what thickness of plywood did you use for the drawers? Also, is that baltic birch or some other kind of plywood? Looks like a lot of plies.

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      All the draws were made from 12mm play except the base which was 5mm. It's just cheap pine plywood CD grade.

    • @0neFunk
      @0neFunk 3 года назад

      @@saltyvanventures Thank you!!

  • @arthurpeterwalters
    @arthurpeterwalters 2 года назад

    I love all your videos and am following your steps in my own build!
    I was wondering what cabinet design program did you use?

  • @V4NLIFE_CANADA
    @V4NLIFE_CANADA 2 года назад

    just subscribed! and lemme tell ya! deserved it!

  • @saliadar
    @saliadar 2 года назад

    Great video! When you cut out the chopping board how do you keep the corners intact and round so that the piece fits back in the hole nicely? Thanks 🙏

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  2 года назад +1

      Not sure what you mean by keeping the corners intact but i basically cut it out nice and slow with a jig saw, then rounded the edges with a round over bit and my router. Does that answer your question?

    • @saliadar
      @saliadar 2 года назад

      @@saltyvanventures yes thanks mate!

  • @justm720
    @justm720 3 года назад

    Is it possible to buy a set from you ?? I really like your craftsmanship and attention to detail and quality

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      Thank you but unfortunately not. Possibly in the future though!

    • @justm720
      @justm720 3 года назад

      @@saltyvanventures okidoki. Worth asking lolz thank you for responding.

  • @camlangsford
    @camlangsford 3 года назад

    Epic! do you have the design for the kitchen cabinets? would be a great starting place for my build. Happy to buy. Thanks for all the tips.

    • @camlangsford
      @camlangsford 3 года назад

      Oh also, what are the dimensions of your table sled?

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      Hi yes i will have it for sale very shortly on my new website (currently building) Do you mean the slide out table?

    • @camlangsford
      @camlangsford 3 года назад

      @@saltyvanventures actually the kitchen cabinet but interested in other plans too.

    • @camlangsford
      @camlangsford 3 года назад

      Oh and the sled I meant your table saw sled

  • @jfktech7916
    @jfktech7916 Год назад

    This is a really good 'How to"

  • @noahbell7767
    @noahbell7767 3 года назад

    How much time did it take to do cabinets

  • @lagriveromain3392
    @lagriveromain3392 Год назад

    Trop Beau Thank for sharing

  • @tyw1444
    @tyw1444 3 года назад

    where is your fridge vent from?

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад

      I had that vent lying around so I'm not sure but if I were to do it again I would buy this one amzn.to/3i3VZK5 as it is exactly what I made but just a lot neater and easier seeing as it is 1 single unit ready to go.

  • @thomasrobinson4634
    @thomasrobinson4634 Год назад

    This is great, thanks!

  • @deancarlyle7431
    @deancarlyle7431 2 года назад

    Amazing job mate!

  • @maradall
    @maradall 3 года назад

    Great tips, and a beautiful result!
    BTW, how much do all those money-saving tools cost? :)

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад +1

      Thank you! Well you can't build a van without tools regardless so the tools i'm using would be needed if I were doing these techniques or not. The table saw is pretty much my main power tool, you will absolutely need either a table saw or a mitre saw if you want to build a van with any professionalism. They are both around the $300 mark. But I would now 100% choose a table saw over a mitre saw.

    • @maradall
      @maradall 3 года назад

      @@saltyvanventures I can see you are pretty familiar & competent with wood-working tools, & I was assuming you already had a reasonable sort of workshop. But for those of us that don't already have these tools, it's an extra few steps to choose what tools to get!
      I had seen a reference to a track-saw as being a necessary tool for cutting straight strips of wood (and they are quite pricey), so interesting to see you using a table saw for this (& also seems to be more versatile in what it can do).
      I guess a decent table saw will be around the same price point as a proper track saw...

    • @saltyvanventures
      @saltyvanventures  3 года назад +1

      @@maradall A track saw is more or less an expensive version of a circular saw and a straight edge. You can adapt any circular saw (which is a necessary tool) to cut straight lengths by easily making a straight edge (usually from a side of plywood which is machine cut straight). I use this method extensively to break down heavy plywood into smaller pieces before cutting it on the table saw as its too bulky and heavy. I might make a video on the essential tools you need to build a van!

    • @maradall
      @maradall 3 года назад

      @@saltyvanventures That would be awesome! I've already been exploring this - lots of carpentry & tool videos on YT, plus lots of hacks for using them. But fitting out a van means you need to think about tools that might cut metal (jigsaw, angle grinder?) and plastic too. Evan some info about blades, bits, etc for different materials would be extremely helpful!
      Just saw an ad on Gumtree for a table saw, used, for around $1000, bought for a caravan fit-out & seller has no more use for it. So no point in buying too many expensive tools & gear if your main & only project is going to be a van build. :(
      Also, van-lifers will often be needing to think in terms of tools that are light & compact that they might be able to take with them on the road - some will have a home base where they can store their stuff, but others won't want to load up with too much more gear, right at the point where they are unloading the rest of their stuff!

    • @catchmeifyouvan7754
      @catchmeifyouvan7754 2 года назад +1

      @@maradall Not sure how you went on the tool debate, but for any future viewers. I just bought a small DIY set from bunnings for $300 with a normal drill, impact drill, circular saw, grinder and sander and $70 on a jig saw. Plus other tools like the Kreg, rulers etc. All up cost me less that $500 and I kept the original boxes so everything can neatly go back in the box and stored under the bed for any maintenance down the road. it takes up the same space of Salty's oven.

  • @caoimheanglin
    @caoimheanglin 3 года назад

    This is incredible!!

  • @IsraelitesUnited
    @IsraelitesUnited 2 года назад

    Great video bro

  • @suejohnson5794
    @suejohnson5794 3 года назад

    Great job looks good

  • @jamesmyers777
    @jamesmyers777 2 года назад

    Awesome job dude!

  • @artinsidethebus
    @artinsidethebus 3 года назад

    Really well done

  • @jhrhiggi
    @jhrhiggi 3 года назад

    Stunning build!

  • @boobtubereborn
    @boobtubereborn Год назад

    well done mate. well bl**dy done!