Bamboo Chopping Board from Recycled Worktop

Extending the kitchen work surface with heavy-duty folding brackets and making a Bamboo chopping board that fits into the kitchen sink bowl from a recycled worktop.
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[@lastfrontier_vanscapes5694]

Phenomenal work like always Greg, from your dedication to videography of the pieces to the countless hours of editing to the hundreds of hours of planning and construction. intentional or not you really have made a name for yourself and it's at the top!!! honestly grateful for all you have done. I've learned at least one new skill from every single one of your videos.

[@GregVirgoe]

Many thanks Allen, I'm still learning at the time myself and its little tips and tricks that can make tasks so much easier I'm very happy to pass these on and am really enjoying the whole KZbin experience, thanks to support like yours and all the many others that take the time to give their feedback.

[@kokotxa]

This video series is literally one of the best out there. Thank you for letting us join you on this journey Greg!

[@GregVirgoe]

It's an absolute pleasure to share all the details of this build knowing that it may help others to create their own little home on wheels.

[@visjenl]

I can’t believe i just watched a man make a chopping board for 10 minutes. But master craftsmanship non the less.

[@GregVirgoe]

Time flies when you're having fun :D lol

[@TheBoondockers]

We Can't wait to see the van build finished the attention to detail is brilliant Greg thanks for sharing

[@shapnotts2517]

Hi Greg. Fantastic video as usual . I'm sure many people have commented to you that you are truly PROFESSIONAL! There's no doubt about it that when you do need to come back to the boring 'real world' you could easily have a very successful business in caravan conversion. Your van looks absolutely brilliant and, with your attention to detail any van you do in the future will be streets ahead of any full-time builder.

[@GregVirgoe]

To be honest I would really like to continue doing this youtube channel full-time, in whatever form it takes, and do all sorts of interesting projects in a workshop of my own :D

[@SpikeMoby]

How about a tool review after the build? Go through all the power tools and interesting hand tools you've used with any good/bad you've found with them and any tools you wish you had purchased (or purchased earlier). I know you've mentioned most of the tools in individual build videos but it might be good to have them all in the one video? Really impressed with the build Greg, far superior to a commercial build imo.

[@GregVirgoe]

Yes, that a brilliant idea for a video, I will do a dedicated tool video for van builders, Thanks for the suggestion.

[@broadsword6650]

@@GregVirgoe Great idea! I'm looking into adding a router to my tools at the mo.

[@GregVirgoe]

Broadsword 66 the router is my favourite and most versatile tool in the shop

[@jeremyhumphrey4360]

Hi Greg. Thanks as always for the fantastic videos. Some videos I would find interesting are 1) fridge selection and install, 2) gas tank selection and install, and 3) a talk though on your layout selection/rational and a sizing guide. E.g depth of worktops, shower space, width of walkways, clearance etc. Cheers

[@GregVirgoe]

The fridge is easy, it's just 12v only and wired straight off the battery via a fuse. I did not want the hassle of running gas and cutting huge vents in the side of the van that looked really ugly. The gas bottle housing video is still to be released. As design goes the depth of the kitchen was dictated by the cooker, it had to have min 80mm at the back so that made the worktop 530mm deep, I also cut the shower tray down to the minimum I could get away with, the room ended up 950mm x 750mm which everyone that has seen it says it a pretty good size. That left us with just a bit over 50mm between them which is only big enough for one person at a time (or two if you're very friendly) It's really about maximising the living space while making it functional too. I'll try and incorporate some of my thoughts when doing the final tour video.

[@blurayffan66]

Another fantastic video- thx Greg and hope you are all having fun livin' the dream out on the open road!

[@ronhyman8604]

Classy job as always Greg and great idea which I will use. Need a similar sink as my countertop will double as a guest platform for a sleeping bag. Pillow over the flush sink. Thank you as always

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you, I hope they don't roll over in the night :D

[@ronhyman8604]

@@GregVirgoe warmer than the floor, lol!

[@ScaseFacetime]

More workshop videos please. Thanks for sharing 🙂

[@GregVirgoe]

Glad you liked it. What sort of thing is of interest Sarah?

[@ARepublicIfYouCanKeepIt]

Gosh Greg, you're content is always so, so well done. This installment it's no exception. The cutting board insert and counter extension turned out wonderfully. Looking forward to the videos wrapping up the build, as well as the reveal and full tour video. And, yes, a Q&A video would be great. To make it easy on yourself, have you considered using a Google Sheet to collect questions from viewers. People could submit questions via a form, and add their vote to questions already submitted. This would help to highlight the most popular questions. Google Slides has a wonderful Q&A feature, as well. I'd be happy to help set this up for you if you'd like. Just let me know.

[@GregVirgoe]

That sounds interesting John, do you know if you could integrate that sheet to automate with a poll posted on KZbin?

[@snoman1999]

Something very satisfying about oiling a piece of natural timber, and seeing the grain come to life 🚐❤️

[@GregVirgoe]

I watch lots of other woodworking channels and that's always the best bit at the end?

[@lorcro2000]

Straightforward, elegant and quality work as usual. Great way to increase the hominess and usefulness of the van.

[@GregVirgoe]

Always appreciate your kind comments.

[@lorcro2000]

@@GregVirgoe No worries, call em as I see em. It's a pleasure to watch someone work and create who takes pride in what they do. You see sooo much shoddy slapped together stuff when it comes to van builds - not surprising I suppose since it may be two 19-year-olds with minimal skills and so on Some of it can be straight-up dangerous, even. So keep up the good work. Sorry I can't make Camp Quirky but I'm sure your van will be a hit.

[@DaveGDesigns]

Nice job Greg I've got a piece of bamboo someone gave me months ago and I've been wanting to make a chopping board with it for ages but never got round to it and watching this has given me the inspiration I needed. well done fella hoping to see you and the missus again at MC next year

[@GregVirgoe]

Hi Dave, thank you for the nice comment, I'll look out for your chopping board video soon 😃 Unfortunately we have camp quirky on the same weekend so I'm gutted to be missing MC next year. We have our camper van on show and I'm doing a workshop there so can't miss it. Hopefully we will catch up again at another event, best wishes for a great Christmas 🍻🎄

[@DaveGDesigns]

@@GregVirgoe That's a shame mate we should definitely catch up again at some point have a great xmas and new year buddy and love to the missus

[@MITMASA]

Excelent way to reuse/recycle that piece of "scrap" Greg and on top of that you kept the chopping board with the direction of the grain ;) Great work on both additions to the kitchen. Cheers from Portugal!

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you very much, the flip up extension also has the grain in the same direction too :D

[@MITMASA]

@@GregVirgoe Very true :D

[@More-Space-In-Ear]

Great build Greg, another fine video full of information....well done my friend..👍🏼😊

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you Marc, as always I really appreciate your kind comments

[@cgj3888]

It's so easy in the hands of a craftsman, brill use of off cuts and perfect result. Thanks for sharing SMILES

[@jonnyroundboy]

Greg, You shouldn't have to wait for the V5 back from the DVLA to get it MOT'd - with an MOT, the testing station should test it 'as presented'. So if you take in something that looks like a campervan, they must test it as a campervan, irrespective of what it says on the V5 (or the test centre computer).

[@GregVirgoe]

I didn't know that I just assumed they go by whatever comes up on the computer.

[@LayneXIII]

Another great project!

[@GregVirgoe]

Thanks LayneXIII

[@onemanandhiswhippet]

Excellent yet again 👍 you make it look so easy 👍 I’m looking forward to seeing the full van vid and in Real life at camp quirky 👍 keep up the good work mate best Regards to Lou 😀 from us 3 up North 👍😀🐾

[@GregVirgoe]

Thanks very much, Dave, we are looking forward to getting everyone together with their vans, will be a great weekend.

[@stephenmorgan5100]

I have watched the whole series on your van build and loved it and learnt so much. I have no where near the wood working skills you have but have started my own van build as I mentioned to you before I really can't justify paying these companies more than £10,000 for a bigger van build after I have seen their work, it looks nice but the insulation and finish doesn't come close to your van. I would be really interested to see a video where you talk about the different types of wood, where you use a particular wood in your build and perhaps some alternatives to furniture board, also what thickness wood you use and different suppliers? . I will use furniture board in places but not to the degree you have as I will end up wrecking it because of lack of skills. This video is one of the best, great project. Can't wait to see the finished van video. Stephen

[@GregVirgoe]

Hi Stephen, that's a great idea for a video, I am by no means trained in woodworking, what I know I have learned myself from watching TV or KZbin. I practice a lot with scrap wood, making boxes out of junk plywood, like trying that router bit on scrap so I didn't mess up the actual board. I take my time, maybe too much time, I measure four times, not just twice, things still go wrong but that's part of learning and next time you do it better. :D

[@jeremyhumphrey4360]

I’m in the same place with regards wood skills and would find that video interesting. I also keep looking at aluminium profile systems like Item24 and 8020 (as featured on this creators vids kzbin.info). To reduce the dependency on wood working skills!

[@fredblogg6469]

@@GregVirgoe Another great video as usual greg, maybe you should make a video with all the mistakes you make as well, just to show us you are human like the rest of us inexperienced folk lol. Looking forward to the reveal 👍👍

[@GregVirgoe]

@@fredblogg6469 I have been saving all the outtakes in a folder called "Gag Reel" there will be a video of what didn't go to plan, so watch this space :D lol

[@fredblogg6469]

@@GregVirgoe Excellent :) look forward to that 1 lol 👍👍

[@dannyscrimshaw78]

Great job Greg that’s what I,m going to do with extended bench and I,m also going to put a little LED spot lamp on the side of top locker just in case I need to cut some food on extended bench so I can see clearly 👍🏻

[@scottchris10sen]

Fantastic channel and build series! Thanks for sharing; love to see a different style of build versus the typical shabby chic or stark white we see so much of on You tube.

[@GregVirgoe]

I really do like the reclaimed quirky look but we always set out t make as close to a production van as possible, I know it's not to everyone taste but that the beauty of doing a self-build, you can make it your own.

[@toronado455]

Brilliant. I like how it's tightly integrated into the design of the sink system. Fantastic series and amazing work and attention to details.

[@GregVirgoe]

I can't take full credit as they do offer a similar plastic chopping board for this sink bowl set, but the full set is £89!! www.leisureshopdirect.com/v2/images/product/0/thetford-argent-drainer-kit33631.jpg Mine was free and so much nicer than more plastic :D

[@johngreenaway5736]

Another faultless episode. Yours Greg, is the defacto self-build channel.

[@GregVirgoe]

That's very kind of you John

[@Ian-ic9lv]

Fantastic attention to detail once again Greg

[@GregVirgoe]

Many thanks Ian

[@johnmandy]

Great work Greg, extra workspace is always needed 🚐👍🏻

[@GregVirgoe]

Thanks John, yes the flip up extension to the kitchen unit will get loads of use i'm sure.

[@Antonia.Bradley]

Wonderful as always Greg, thank you, I would be most interested in a video about your battery locations, layout, fixings and wiring please. Kind regards

[@GregVirgoe]

You are in luck Antonia, you can get a sneak peek of the layout in my garage on my latest Instagram post instagram.com/p/BqwzQePHR44/ There will be a full video on the setup with loads of useful tips about wiring and sizing cables etc.

[@adventurouscampers]

Awesome job !!! Well done Greg !!!

[@ChiefStones]

I can't wait to see the cost breakdown when its all done.

[@GregVirgoe]

The boss is crunching the figures and updating the spreadsheets as we speak :D lol

[@ChiefStones]

@@GregVirgoe That's great. Then in the video you'll have to tell us the real cost. Lol I never tell the wife about the tool I had to buy so I could fix the 5 dollar thing around the house. I'm really looking forward to the cost breakdown. I want to do a small sleeper trailer something like a tear drop trailer but maybe out of a small cargo trailer. Thanks again for the videos and replying to all the messages.

[@stotas2]

Top quality Greg well done 👍

[@GregVirgoe]

Than you very much

[@linz_in_NZ]

Fantastic detail as always, and good timing, that's two more things I now know how to do for my van build when I get to them. Am eagerly awaiting the solar panel instal video and battery hookup - as I'm about to do that - once the last of the parts arrive. Looking forward to the next video already!

[@cagedavis9334]

Love the video's Greg its very handy when you put all the links to the tools and bits Thanks have Liked and Sub

[@paulracing6084]

Always well thought out, planned and presented . Good job and interesting as usual cheers

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you very much Paul, really appreciated.

[@mikej2608]

Like them brackets 👏

[@daviemclachlan]

Hi Greg, I’m loving your videos and they’ve given me some really good ides about my own Sprinter conversion. There is one thing I would like to see more of and that’s how you made the drawers for the kitchen unit and how you fitted them with the guided rails. Thanks in advance for your assistance. Davie

[@Ballynoes]

Nice little extra there Greg, I hope mine is half as good as yours.

[@GregVirgoe]

Glad you liked it, i bet it will be just as good

[@minutemark]

Great work, Greg!

[@james3rd953]

Gregg your cool mann. can't wait to see the whole van finished. I would love to do my own .

[@GregVirgoe]

I can't deny it has been a lot of hard work but it's also been so very rewarding. I honestly look at it now and can't believe that I have built it, so pleased with it. I just take my time and practice on scrap a lot and measure four times, not twice. lol

[@highlandoutsider]

20:35 lol love it, I do the same, whatever side of the tape it fits best

[@DaDavidVids]

When you first showed the board in the sink, I actually thought it came with that because of the perfection! Made like a true master. As always, I'm blown away by the fine details and quality you pour into your work---even if it's just a little cutting board. I'm curious how that drain board works. P.S. Thanks for putting the links to all these products in the description. I hope you make a small commission because I definitely check them out. Also the oven isn't on Therford's website any longer. :(

[@ALYDAVIDSON1]

excellent !!!

[@GregVirgoe]

Many thanks

[@michelouellette6451]

its very nice Good!

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you

[@selwyntracey3871]

Marvelous

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you

[@katcankan7129]

Yet again 👍😃

[@GregVirgoe]

I'm amazed that you have 68 subscribers and not one video, what's your secret to success? lol

[@SundryGirl]

Congrats Greg about your new van. Great news🤗💙

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you

[@karlbartelt3939]

OG Router Bit.......Original Gangster Van Builder! Can we call you OGV? :P

[@GregVirgoe]

Love it LOL You crack me up!

[@jamienorris1122]

Outstanding 👍🏼

[@pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN]

Very Nice!

[@derekt7606]

Another masterclass. Did I miss a video on choosing, purchasing the van plus any mechanicals required.

[@stephenmitchell8324]

Nice Work as always

[@Grambo1946]

Magnificent, as always.

[@GregVirgoe]

That's very kind, thank you

[@GaryThomsonJoinery]

excellent Greg, always a joy to watch. put your logo on the underside of the chopping board 👍😄

[@GregVirgoe]

That's a cracking idea mate, You've got one of those electric branding irons haven't you? How did you go about getting that made?

[@tristanmensikov1410]

Nice

[@donwhitehead4587]

Superb, Mr V👍🏻👍🏻

[@GregVirgoe]

Appreciate it Mr W. :D

[@chrisanderson8578]

If anything bad happened to this camper van I think I would probably cry.

[@GregVirgoe]

As one sliding door closes another one opens. 😀

[@CampervanTales]

Cheers Greg. Another goodun

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you guys, hope you are both well :D

[@andykelly7367]

I have never enjoyed watching anyone else working...."BUT" watching Greg throughout this epic build has been so enjoyable I grab a tin of Guinness and a glass, then head to my man cave as though I was going to the cinema B-) Absolutely brilliant! The attention to detail is faultless. Thanks for your help mate. Kind regards, Andy Kelly uk

[@GregVirgoe]

Andy Kelly that makes my day, really pleased that you find them interesting, thanks for great feedback.

[@Light-gp9hk]

U ROCK! thank you!! :))

[@johno7808]

👍

[@mikedeman5351]

Nice work, as usual :)

[@GregVirgoe]

Much appreciated Mike

[@alexflo5030]

A new video! :)

[@user-ew1gf5pj1d]

안녕 하세요. South Korea 입니다

[@GregVirgoe]

모든 동영상을 시청 해 주셔서 대단히 감사합니다.

[@artarchvive64]

well that is dang interesting, watched a few, new sub ~~peace ~jamie

[@katmac8438]

Excellent as per usual, Greg. Have you got a spare bowl, just in case the one you have cracks/ages badly? I'd need a spare bowl, possibly two. Knowing you, you could probably turn your hand to plastic molding! ;)

[@GregVirgoe]

No, I didn't (expensive plastic) but I have got two more bits of bamboo to make more chopping boards ;D lol

[@mikewalker9259]

Watched your complete van build, awesome job. Very professional. Looking at getting a van this year but I’m a tall guy at just over 6’4, could you tell me what your floor to ceiling height is now you have finished? Really considering sprinter extra high roof so I don’t have to stoop. Cheers for any info

[@GregVirgoe]

I only lost 40mm of height, 25mm for the insulation under the subfloor and 15mm for battens and headliner on the roof. I'm 5' 11" and have a good few inches over my head don't even think about it, It must be close to 6' 2" or 188cm :D

[@theKPtrucker1]

Great job as usual. Did you consider routing a fluid groove towards the outer perimeter of the cutting board?

[@GregVirgoe]

Hi Tony, yes that’s an excellent observation and I did consider doing that. I want to do that but need to set up a solid fence to get an even distance from the perimeter of the board. I still want to do that so watch the van tour for an update. Great comment 😊

[@giacomolatella8132]

Hi Greg, Re the electrical wiring. You would not have needed a full roll of wiring so did you just make an educated guess on the length to buy? Did you have to 'redo' any part of the Giacom, remove, install a 'overlooked' part, then reinstall? As always great build. 5 *'s Giacomo 'Working on a Dream'

[@GregVirgoe]

You may not believe but I used 3 x 50m rolls of cable in my van that's 150m of cable for power and lighting, plus 10m of 4mm solar cable, and loads of control cables. Wiring everywhere :D There was one roof batten I had to remove, it was stuck with sikaflex, I had to use a crow-bar to get it off and it broke the wood before the adhesive finally gave way.

[@williamvatter6694]

Did you put a little rubber bumper to keep it from hitting the bottom of the cabinet on your work surface extension? Excellent build by the way. You are a true Craftsman sir.

[@lorcro2000]

I'm guessing (and that's all I'm doing) that the brackets won't fold more than 90 degrees, so the table extension probably can't hit the bottom of the cabinet. Probably.

[@GregVirgoe]

They fold against themselves so do not hit the cabinet, however, they do not latch in the down position so can swing about if not secured. I will be fitting a latch to the cabinet to make them secure when driving.

[@freightshayker]

Veey nice workmanship, Greg! Great technique getting that cutting board rabit to fit snuggly. Peace of Lord Jesus upon you and yours.

[@GregVirgoe]

It was one of those great moments as you saw when the fit was just right :D Many thanks

[@chrisghenes6791]

Champ!!!

[@christianlee1983]

Greg, where did you get the lift up hinges? It's given me a great idea for my van. Great work too by the way.

[@GregVirgoe]

Christian Lee you will find a link in the free PDF download www.dropbox.com/s/5trsrzzt6qqmudk/Greg%20Virgoe%20Van%20Parts%20List.pdf?dl=0

[@mange2]

Great use of materials Greg. What oil did you use on the chopping board?

[@GregVirgoe]

I used a food grade mineral oil, what is used on butchers blocks

[@BeauDibble]

Is the Bamboo work top lighter than normal work tops

[@maddavvid2339]

just wondered did you buy a few of the bowls as these wont as last as long as the chopping board mate

[@GregVirgoe]

No mad davvid, but I did save two pieces of bamboo worktop big enough to make two more chopping boards 😁 We need to be phasing our plastics and try and find alternatives. Cheers

[@roygardiner4002]

How about a cut-down rubber door stop to stop your fold-down rattling when underway ? Good vid Greg!

[@GregVirgoe]

I was thinking of a roller catch or ball catch to hold it back.

[@tanyaroyredcar]

Recycled? we have some bricks here if you want, you could use as a bit of ballast when cornering. Lots of well-earned comments Greg. Star as always. R & T

[@GregVirgoe]

Or saw slices off them and use them for a brick tiled splashback to the kitchen?

[@tanyaroyredcar]

Had a 5m RSJ delivered y'day. Took 5 of us to get into the house. Gonna need 8 guys to lift it into position - which is too constrained to be safe. Now trying to design a scaffold frame with block/tackle etc, that goes up through the joists that will allow us to lift it to the u/s of the joists and pivot it through 30 degrees when we get it there. Love to have your problem solving mind to assist.

[@doctorpc4x4]

How has the chopping board stood up to 4 years of use?

[@GregVirgoe]

Really very good. The bamboo is so hard it shown no signs of wear

[@MrGenedancingmachine]

Did you do a video on installing the electrics before? I remember you doing a video about electrics but not about actually installing them in your van

[@GregVirgoe]

I have a video to come out on the main electric install of the panel and leisure batteries. A preview of the layout is on my Instagram page if you want to see what it looks like in the garage.

[@MrGenedancingmachine]

Greg Virgoe good shit Greg, I’m at this very daunting phase of my own van build and it would be very groovy to see what the god emperor of van builds did with his! Cheers.

[@runningthroughrain3058]

Hi Greg, What size are your folding shelf brackets? And how far past the brackets does the extra bench top extend?

[@GregVirgoe]

The brackets come in three sizes mine were 30cm (12") The extension was 45cm (16") so it is longer by 10cm (4") They are super strong and will easily hold 50kg of weight kzbin.info?redir_token=Fg-ZuTuLb6yjyTAoQy1-Nk1KZjx8MTU0Mzc5MjI2N0AxNTQzNzA1ODY3&v=n1LD34oykGU&q=https%3A%2F%2Frover.ebay.com%2Frover%2F1%2F710-53481-19255-0%2F1%3Fff3%3D4%26toolid%3D11800%26pub%3D5575265109%26campid%3D5338027957%26mpre%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.ebay.co.uk%252Fsch%252Fi.html%253F_odkw%253Dheavy%252Bduty%252Bfolding%252Bshelf%252Bbrackets%2526_dmd%253D2%2526_osacat%253D45816%2526_from%253DR40%2526_trksid%253Dm570.l1313%2526_nkw%253Dsumnacon%252Bheavy%252Bduty%252Bfolding%252Bshelf%252Bbrackets%2526_sacat%253D45816&event=video_description

[@runningthroughrain3058]

Greg Virgoe Thanks so much for your reply. You’re really doing a fabulous conversion. If mine turns out half a good I’ll be happy.

[@GregVirgoe]

Best wishes for a successful build 😊

[@donjones3355]

Another great video Greg. Does the shelf lock in the lowered position? Or do you have to leave it in the up position so it does not rattle around when driving?

[@GregVirgoe]

Hello Don, no it doesn't lock so will flop about if not secured, I plan to use a simple small roller or ball catch, even a magnet would do the job.

[@lifeandlovesofkaty6296]

When did you send the V5 off Greg? Looking forward to the final van tour x

[@GregVirgoe]

Just over a week ago and heard they turn them around very quick at the moment. next day or two i'm sure :D

[@scottedwards9994]

Those are nice brackets Greg..... I've seen a lot of Micky Mouse ones used on the big boy RV companies products. I really like how they release and lock. After it was installed how parallel is the extension to the counter top? Cheers, Scott

[@GregVirgoe]

Scott Edwards, they are so strong too, rated for 50kgs They have a very slight turn up at the end by only a mm which is far better than it sagging down under the weight of the counter top. Really happy 😃

[@elidarendon-garnier1439]

👍🏽

[@McConnorsChannel]

How long did it take for the V5 to come back in the end? Thanks

[@GregVirgoe]

It was very quick, it was within one week. :D

[@McConnorsChannel]

@@GregVirgoe Awesome thanks for the quick reply. Just finished watching your conversion playlist and cant wait to get stuck in with mine (van should arrive next week) Keep up the great content!

[@GregVirgoe]

Connor McDermott no problem at all it was a nice easy one to answer. What van have you gone for and what are your plans for it?

[@McConnorsChannel]

@@GregVirgoe We're soon to purchase a 2012 MWB 316 and hopefully have it home next week sometime. We're finishing our jobs end of the month and spending all of march (and probably a bit longer) converting it then going round the EU for 5-6 months.

[@Rupertbearjay]

I thought you sold your house ages ago, so how come you still have your workshop

[@GregVirgoe]

The workshop was never at my house :D It's at my GF parents house. I can tell you skipped a few videos. lol

[@Rupertbearjay]

Oh I see been bugging me for a while, I thought I watch every van build episode but most of missed some will take a look as I love your videos take care j

[@andykelly7367]

Hiya Greg, Andy Kelly here mate. Greg, what were the fixings you used to fix into the sprinter steel frame ribs? I want to fix my ply to the steel ribbing on my truck? Cheers Greg. Kind regards, Andy Kelly uk

[@GregVirgoe]

Hello Andy, Here is the exact video you need and all the product links are in the video description kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2mynn2Lf8tjock

[@andykelly7367]

@@GregVirgoe nice one mate ;-) Thanks for your help mate. Kind regards, Andy

[@nashsgt]

Hi there could you please tell me how you fixed the bathroom side of the furniture where there was no frame or ply hope this makes sense

[@GregVirgoe]

Hi Stephen, I'll try and cover all the bases just in case. The bottoms of the walls are secured to the wood frame that tray sits on, that is screwed to the floor. The head of the walls is secured to the frame at high level by pocket screws from behind and also to wooden blocks within the high-level cupboards. The piece down the van wall is sandwiched between the two sheets of ply van lining, I fitted one sheet installed the wall then fitted another sheet and installed the other wall It's not mechanically fastened at that point but there is no way it's going to move as its totally trapped between two very large sheets of ply. The middle of this video shows how these walls were fixed kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHLHqZanip2MbK8 Hope that has answered your question.

[@nashsgt]

@@GregVirgoe thank you that's very helpful congratulations on your van and the channel superb all the best on your travels enjoy yourself you deserve it

[@nashsgt]

@@GregVirgoe hi Greg thank you again i just wanted to say I've watched all your video on conversion i don't feel the need to say this very often but you have my full respect and admiration on both the conversion and the channel superb

[@shapnotts2517]

**Van conversion

[@kokotxa]

First!

[@sunnydaze6974]

@@in-the-vanpeter5157 - Change the ''sort by'' to newest first and scroll down to the first comment, you'll find Rami was before you. lol

[@elidarendon-garnier1439]

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