Building a Bed in my Chevy Express Van Conversion

[@ebonylafrance]

Im so happy you decided to build a bed. Your going to have so much more storage underneath! It's going to be a game changer😊

[@Takingajourney_]

I think so too! I already love how much can fit!! No more messy house! 😊

[@janetherrington6643]

Girl I love that green chair, I do understand you wanting something you don't have to set up to go to sleep. Good luck 👍🏽

[@Takingajourney_]

I loved it too but yeah it was way too much work daily

[@jerriem364]

Yea ! you did it! A 🛌 bed . So so super proud of you ! What’s next on the agenda? Can’t wait to see❤😊.

[@Takingajourney_]

Thank you…. But you’ll have to wait and see. I have a lot planned for this month!!

[@3609phoenixable]

I am into the van life as well. Been living in my van since August and surprisingly I have no build in it. I have a 1998 Chevy Conversion with the front passenger seat out and the middle Captain Chairs as well. I do have plans for a build later on when I can afford it but it can be done without a build. But you give me something to look forward to. Thanks!!!

[@germeylamb9763]

❤❤ a lot of storage space under there.

[@Takingajourney_]

Tons, and it's almost full already lol

[@ritawoodfork3086]

You may have made a mistake but just know you are self teaching yourself skills that will strengthen your resolve and lift you up as you go along! Keep on pushing young lady! Stay safe and blessed 🙏

[@Takingajourney_]

Absolutely, stay safe and blessed as well

[@janicejonessanders]

New subscriber here. You did a great job building your bed out, even though it isn't perfect the way you want. It is challenging with your schedule to do everything. I recommend your next project, try to plan it out beforehand, and envision what you want the end product to look like. Great job. I feel you concerning the mosquito 😂😂😂. Blessings and favor to you.

[@brotherBard]

My advice would be to take some time to plan out your build in stages. It would eliminate having to redo and take stuff apart because it was done out of order. Planning, planning, planning...❤

[@TweetWithTheTeaTv]

You did amazing job

[@Takingajourney_]

Thank you!!! I’m actually really proud of myself this time!!

[@callen7914]

Listen I am so proud of your forward progress. What is it you are trying to get out you never told us. I think you will enjoy the height of your bed because of all the storage. Keep up the good work! Arkansas is rooting for you!!

[@Mystique_Queen]

I always enjoy your content especially when you are working on your Van. You got this, much prays from Texas we believe in your vision ❤

[@almetas_grandbaby]

Shout out to you for building your own home. I’ll be next after you! It’s inspiring to watch. So proud of you! Keep up the good work ❤️

[@Takingajourney_]

Good luck on your build when you start!

[@MikeTython369]

Great job! Just started on my first build a 2015 express passenger. Personally I like keeping the rear AC unit for supplemental AC if necessary. But also i must say seeing you grinding those seat rails was the final motivation I needed to get them out of mine! Man were they a pain in the ass!

[@Takingajourney_]

Right!!!! The rails were the worst part of the build. I feel like it took forever!!!!!

[@tonijones4018]

You are doing an amazing job on your van work. The bed will be nice and provide extra storage. ✌🏾✌🏾

[@Takingajourney_]

Thank you!! I’m so excited for the extra storage!!

[@lisaajordan]

Congratulations, you did an awsome job!

[@Takingajourney_]

Thank you so much!

[@Traveler7450]

Looks good. Doesn’t have to be perfect as long as it works.

[@Takingajourney_]

Right!!! That's what I'm learning

[@frantzgaspardco]

This was the part of your amazing story I’ve been waiting for and I bet there’s so much more to come. Keep it up!!!

[@Takingajourney_]

I’m glad the wait is over!! Thank you so much!!

[@TheStarspirit123]

Yay you did it😊can't wait to see it all set up

[@Takingajourney_]

Me too!! Lol

[@mattdann5406]

I currently have a chevy express with the electric backseat that turns into a bed when you hit the button. I'm telling anyone thinking they can sleep on these beds they are extremely uncomfortable. Just an FYI they are not flat when it's turns into bed. One part sits really high so you have to put things under so you can even lay flat. Even after that my back still hurts. Building a bed is the way to go

[@msjfab1966]

You did a Great Job it will get better. 🤷🏽‍♀️🥰 Never give up 🙏🏾

[@Takingajourney_]

Thank you Ms. Janice!! You’re so right, because a few months ago I was too intimidated try. Now I’m getting more comfortable going for it!

[@VanlifeBlackpearl]

Good morning Great job on your new build

[@Takingajourney_]

Thank you!

[@BeautifullyCarvedd]

Aww I'm happy for you!!!

[@Mikemonoa-hz2rz]

Hi bests omg 😲 you made us a bed hahaha😁 it looks good well better than thee old one that's fo sure and aye jack of of trades I love it keep up the good work my friend godbless you on my journey oops 😬 sorry I meant your journey silly me lol

[@Inglewood_Addition]

Arii, Congratulations on your bed build… you over there making thangs happen. You squaring up the mosquitoes 🦟 cracked me up 😆. Be safe, enjoy your weekend and stay positive. I look forward to seeing more of your content. 🖤

[@Takingajourney_]

😊 thank you! Idk why these mosquitoes always bothering me smh but they are going to learn lol

[@Eyesis_1]

Whatever can't be removed gets a box and becomes a shelf. From the Book of Eyesis1 2:1😂. Happy for your accomplishment! Your rest is going to be so much better. Stay safe and TFS 🩵🧡

[@Takingajourney_]

Lol and let the congregation say “Right On”. That’s how I feel now.

[@beyondcomforttraveladventu1856]

Good job and congrats! 🥳🎊

[@Takingajourney_]

Thank you! 😁

[@dwalker6868]

You go, girl look at you doing the thing

[@Takingajourney_]

Thank you so much!!

[@captain4740]

Continue to keep up the great work 💪🏿

[@JP-is9gh]

great attitude

[@ZuriDsWellness]

FYI, get WD40 to spray on the bolts and any other rust things... GD LUCK... 😘👍🏾🤘🏾🤙🏾💪🏾

[@BluuJourney]

Nicely done

[@Takingajourney_]

Thanks!

[@IamRemoWilliams]

Best wishes to you!

[@Takingajourney_]

Thank you! Same to you!

[@shakingmyhead4382]

Great job

[@Takingajourney_]

Thank you!

[@e_vantuallythenomad6916]

How ironic I was just telling my daughter how you chair is the perfect choice for bed and seating. Why are you changing it? Good work per usual.

[@Takingajourney_]

I loved the couch but it took a lot to pull it out daily. Also I needed the extra space for storage under the bed and having the couch did allow for storage which made my space over crowded.

[@blacks329]

Very pretty lady! 🙏🏽

[@Blessed2Bme73]

Good job

[@Takingajourney_]

Thanks

[@changed_me]

How do you know how to do all this stuff yourself? You did a great job!

[@Takingajourney_]

KZbin University lol. Thanks so much!!!

[@Lifewithpauly48]

Hey u work with what u got it looks good im new to your channel been watching your videos i right now live in my 2007 saturn ion till i save enough for some type of van to turn into my tiny home this is my first time doing this i had a apartment with my mom i was taking care of then after she passed feb 5 th 2022 i gave everything up including my apartment & moved into my car closer to my daughters it sure is a learning curve now i just got to see if i can survive winter here in NY

[@Takingajourney_]

Very cool! Thank you for watching. Sorry to hear about your mom. Make sure to keep warm and stay safe in the NY area this winter.

[@brianrosesr5633]

Your absolutely gorgeous

[@duceQ]

sorry i would redo

[@EclecticDesigns-eo3en]

❤