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One of the scariest things, cutting into the ceiling of a perfectly good van. That’s what we have to do in order to install the Marine Hatch. These video’s take you step by step through the process. In the end the hatch installation was a success. In service for over a year now and it … Read more
To eliminate the dreaded promaster drop-off we install a footrest. This footrest is designed to go with the partition wall. Check out the video for more information. Foot Rest Part 1 Part 2 Part 3
This video describes how to install “T-Nuts” to secure the van floor. Be sure when installing the floor you seal it first. I recommend sealing with polyurethane on all sides.
The area above the driver and passenger seats can heat up like a pizza oven. Between the headliner and the steel of the van there is just air. Filling this area with insulation will slow the air movement, provide density and sound deadening. After completing the insulating of the van it became very quiet inside. … Read more
I am using 5mm plywood which is thinner than 1/4″. This provides light weight and flexibility. Some of the panels need to flex to hug the walls closely. I am using riv-nuts to install the wall panels. I want to be able to easily remove the panels in the future. I hope I never need … Read more
These videos show the installation of the shower stall. From cutting the plywood walls, applying FRP board, and installing the faucet. Creating the shower walls part 1 Installing the shower walls part 2 How I painted the shower walls Applying the FRP board, and FRP trim The shower faucet location – rather unique Shower valve … Read more
This will be the largest hole (so far) that I have drilled into the van floor. This is for the shower drain. The hole will go through the plywood, insulation and a larger hole through the actual steel of the van. Milwaukee Hole Dozer Hole Saw Kit https://amzn.to/3bUYYAN
Putting the correct size hole into the stainless steel shower pan is very important. Making an error is not an option. I admit I was over cautious when drilling this hole! The shower pan was made by pinnaclewc, they sell through Etsy Search on Etsy for: “Drip Pan for Washing Machine Stainless Steel” Milwaukee Hole … Read more
This idea of a recirculating shower system started a year ago. This was before even looking to purchase a van. I knew this was one of the problems I needed to solve to make the van a success. Finally installing this in the van brought the design full circle. Now I can shower in the … Read more
There are many thoughts about van insulation. In these videos I test several out. A main concern is condensation/moisture. How easy is the insulation to install. Is it readily available. Is it removable if needed. Cost VS R value
Selecting and installing a seat swivel in the van. WOW – these are expensive, but now that it is done – very much worth the expense. Also, this is a very easy thing to do!
OK, this one is unusual – sliding doors to access the garage area in the van. Much better than a door, these sliders take up very little space, and are not in the way when open. A unique thing – I used lattice trim for the rails. Drill Bits – https://amzn.to/3qdSRjg
From cutting steel threaded rod, to installing the drawer slides on the bed rails. This video shows step by step installing the pull out table in the van. Also, a major design change in this video. We decided install sliding doors for the garage area! Drawer Slides: https://amzn.to/301YIxc Drill Bits – https://amzn.to/3qdSRjg … Read more
Installing the bed frame in the van. I used steel expandable rails from IKEA, and wood slats, also from IKEA. This was a cost effective and easily adaptable solution. Check it out in the video… Bed Mattress https://amzn.to/3CY75IA I was worried about ordering a mattress online. Its a big deal having a comfortable mattress in … Read more
This video shows how to securely install a set of 54 inch drawer slides inside your van. Using simpson strong ties, and t-nuts make a secure mount to the floor. The drawer slide are rated for over 450 pounds. The bikes are not that heavy. I do not expect to test the maximum capacity. VADANIA … Read more
There are many decisions to be made when installing the floor. I decided to use one inch XPS insulation, and half inch plywood. I used the existing threaded areas, and riv-nuts to secure the floor. Also to hold the sink/oven cabinet frame, and the drawer slide for the bicycles we used T-Nuts. In order to … Read more
This video provides the build dimensions of the Promaster 3500, including the roof, and underbelly (for water and grey tanks).
When purchasing your van there are some specific options and features you will want. There are also some you may want to avoid. This video explains these features.
