This minivan slide out bed has survived several cross country trips. Simple is always better, and I think you'll find this MUCH easier to build than others you may have seen.
As built:
Qty 1 = 8 Foot 2x4
Qty 3 = 8 Foot 2x2
Qty 8 = 8 Foot Furring Strips
Qty 60 = Drywall Screws, 1 1/2 or 1 3/4 inch
Qty 20 = Drywall Screws, 2 1/2 or 3 inches
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@BudgetTravelGuy4 years agoMattresses used: Other Recent Vids: - 4 Problem Solving Gadgets You'll Need - $$ What is a Digital Nomad - Why Is Elvis Brother Buried In Mississippi? - Police Encounters and Van/RV Life - 3 Things EVERYONE should carry on trips - eBay - 3 More Small Items To Sell Traveling - First Campsite Destroyed By Hurr Laura - Making $$ from eBay On The Road - Problem Solving (This guy is a genius) - You can visit Elvis Childhood Home for free - Van Life vs Car Life (cross country trips) - 4 Reasons To Carry A Bicycle In Your Van - McRib Recipe (If you need a laugh) - You could have owned a flying motorhome! - State Parks adding non-resident fees - You CAN have a flush toilet in your van - Old Fire Extinguishers Tested (No Fluff) .....Expand
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@lucyf66134 years agoMy boyfriend built this using kevin' s design. It' s really comfortable, easy to go from single to double. Very practical. I highly recommend it.
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@SpanishLikeaPro4 years agoI' ve always run away from that type of bed design, as it seemed too complicated for my woodworking skills. It' s amazing what a simple and practical. ...Expand3
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@beachbum98694 years agoKevin, gotta say, this video almost put me to sleep. Just kidding. Your build is exactly what i am thinking of doing in my build. I have a 93 or 95 id="hidden4"6x12 wells cargo trailer. The structure is in almost mint condition. The paint however has faded almost completely away. It is now the color of galvanized steel. Thanks for sharing. Have fun, stay safe and stay healthy. ...Expand
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@samanthadodd81124 years agoThanks for this video. When i get a van, i' m going to do mine to pull out length wise. I don' t need one as long. This video was a big help, i was a bit intimidated by the thought of it. 1
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@LuckyDawgProductions4 years agoGreat video, kevin. Thanks for showing us how you built the bed for your mini-van. Nice that it can be for a single mattress, or opened up as a bed for two. Good job, kevin.
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@flychick39482 years agoThank you for the videos. You shouldnt really consider doing voice over work. You have a great speaking voice!
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@susiealamillo51403 years agoI made a very small one like maybe 6 or 8 slats just a tester and it still didn' t work just a waste of wood is what it is lol.
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@rhondalyn1003 years agoThank you for this! I' m going to put this build on my to do list!
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@susiealamillo51403 years agoI loved it. Buttt i feel i can' t do it i' ve tried over n over its not coming out. The middle sliders that makes the bed biggerjust won' t. ...Expand
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@monnaprovost72944 years agoYou make it seem so easy! Therefore im ur newest subscriber! I am estatic that i found ur channel now that im about 6 months out from taking a trip aro id like to purchase a basic drill & saw that run on batteries. Can u recommend which types i should consider that would be good for all around drilling & sawing tasks starting with this bed frame? I always hear about ryobi brand bc the 1 battery can be used on compatible tools & even in a fan. I plan on getting that fan anyway as its rated better than other portable fans. I am a senior female thats never built anything but im willing to try. i will bring my tools with me to use for other projects on the road. I just might want to add a 2nd room by towing a lil cargo van around like a weeroll or similar lightweight one. Thx for your videos & have some more great travels. Mo in nj. ...Expand
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@lindasue87194 years agoHi kevin, i wonder if you or any of your viewers would know of a resource where one can find the length and width of the cargo area in minivans (or suv) or, if you or anyone happens to know which minivan or suv has in particular the longest area behind the back seat to the tailgate. For minivans i' m getting the impression it' s the toyota sienna. I' m also considering switching to a larger suv than i' m in right now, so i' m wondering about the lengths of those, too. i figured the cargo area of a suburban would be really long, since they look so huge, but on one video it sounded like it wasn' t a whole lot longer than my dodge journey. thanks!. ...Expand
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@robn.59324 years agoKevin, thanks for the video. What kind of mattress do u use and where did you get it?
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@gregs2503 years agoIt seems like when the bed is configured for two there are some large openings between the slats. Does that affect the comfort for sleeping?
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