HOW TO FIT A FORTY WINKS KOMBI BED IN YOUR KOMBI (SWB and LWB Hints and tips)

Step by step instructions showing you how to transform your vw T5/T6 kombi van, by fitting a bed platform from FORTY WINKS. All Forty Winks products are available to buy from our website.
We cover the method of fitting for the Short and Long wheel base versions.
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0:00 HOW TO FIT A FORTY WINKS KOMBI BED IN YOUR KOMBI (SWB and LWB Hints and tips)
0:01 Intro (featuring Comedy Dan)
1:59 Product explanation and mounting in the vehicle
3:50 Parts explanation
7:27 The tools needed to fit the bed platform in your kombi.
8:20 How to fit a Short wheel base kombi bed platform
8:44 Remove the 4x anchor point bolts
9:42 Locate the wheel arch mounting points
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12:37 Mount the forward-most legs
13:31 Fit the front static frame
18:05 Fit the board to the static frame
22:09 Fit the rear folding section
26:26 SWB kombi bed overview
27:17 Kombi bed demonstration (including mattress!)
33:20 How to fit a Long wheel base kombi bed platform
33:41 LWB Kombi bed parts explanation
34:29 Remove the 4x anchor point bolts
35:24 Fit the static frame (Advise a 2 person carry!)
35:55 Remove the rear most anchor point bolts
36:59 Fit the front legs to the folding section
38:27 Fix the legs down with the thumb screws
38:50 LWB kombi bed overview and demonstration
41:25 Outro
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[@jackgrimes-wl8fb]

Excellent very detailed video. I guess that's the bed I want for my new (to me) VW T6 SWB Kombi. Thank you.

[@dancad1288]

Great video just set my fortywinks frame up thanks to your video looking forward to mattress arriving next week and giving it a go.

[@colinlee5429]

Brilliant video and brilliant product by the look of it! I had two cups of tea for this video ☕😁

[@CombeValleyCampers]

Thanks Colin

[@anoshya]

I just put a huge memory foam mattress on top of ply base with sliding drawers underneath on my new VWT6. Very cheap but very functional as I only require three seats in the front. Also insulated the whole of the van.

[@BarryCorbett-bs5ru]

Can you help with advice and how you did that to the Van thanks

[@wbev_thai1666]

That is awesome , I might be looking into this , thanks

[@default5598]

This is an epic bit of kit, love the video. As always really informative, just ordered one from 40winks 👍

[@daveb1242]

I’ve just had this fitted along with the slide away system. It’s really good.

[@adiehull]

Really cool set up 👍🏻

[@nick27j]

Very good 👍

[@EliteSurvival]

Ace video , sold

[@travelJunkie91710]

i wish this was made for my 2018 Mercedes Metris passenger van - I would totally buy it

[@markdoudican461]

This is exactly what I have been looking for. Perfect video to give me the confidence to fit it myself. One question though, do you know if a T6 single rear seat will fit into a T5. My single seat only tilts forward with no option to go flat. Thanks.

[@whitewolfdj]

Loving the videas, thanks. Quick question, would these fit a LWB panel van and other makes of van?

[@andrewlangridge8619]

Nice video but I prefer my Amdro boot jump, well made, easy to fit and use.

[@zanyzoo6767]

OI, KZbin, about a minute into this vid and an advert pops up. Yes you gottta pay the bills but youtube is fast becoming unwatchable with far to many ads.

[@CombeValleyCampers]

We are figuring out ways to get around this. Thank you for your patience ;)

[@zanyzoo6767]

@@CombeValleyCampers it's not your fault. It's unfair on KZbinrs like you. Ads yes. They help fund the site. But they are getting to the point where some vid's I just leave because there are too many . Keep doing what doing . Thumps up to you.

[@astragreen]

I don't watch the AdsI mute them scroll up hiding the hole Ad then return I definitely won't watch or see any Ads on the tube!..

[@jamesbailey4798]

Great video. Does anything like this exist for a Transit Custom DCIV?

[@richardsmith5249]

When you're putting the Allen bolts in at the front, and not wanting to lose the washers into the frame, a little smear of grease between the washer and the bolt head will stick them in place.

[@Paul_VanGo]

Or super glue so they will come out, next time you remove the frame.

[@Paul_VanGo]

Info: multi-spline bolts as in "tripple square" or, the official name, XZN. So you know what type of tool to get.

[@wavenutter1920]

Could you remove either the double or rear seat with the bed in place. I know they tilt forward before pulling up and wondered if there was enough space. I want mine set up with the bed permanently ( for boards not people) but the option of being able to put the seats in if needed.

[@JKMediaCorp]

Really wish the products you highlight were also available for the US spec. T4 (Eurovan MV).

[@CombeValleyCampers]

Hi John. And sorry!!! To be honest, there are plenty of things in the states I wish we could purchase here!

[@under2boots]

This has given me the confidence to do this at the weekend ! Bits have arrived, will give it a go. Do you have a video how to do the headlining with the perimeter lights ?

[@CombeValleyCampers]

Not yet I'm afraid

[@under2boots]

Get your finger out ! I need this in my newish T6 🤣 Grateful for all the tips and help mate. Much appreciated

[@carplineout]

Av got boxing over the wheel arch tho so do them make for that m8

[@endurperformance]

But what if you need to use the van for work in the week?

[@madigan653]

Hi. I'm planning to purchase a 2014 VW T5 Shuttle LWB next week would this bed suit? Thanks in advance. Billy

[@jpcrichton2280]

Love the look of this, exactly the kind of thing I want for my bus. My issue, I have a LWB multivan with all the rear climate control/aircon gubbins. Obviously with the roof lining being a few inches lower, does anyone know if this will allow the rear bed panel to fold over? I’m not concerned about the legs as I can screw these in once I have it past the vertical position.

[@CombeValleyCampers]

Hi! We've looked into your enquiry with the manufacturer and need a bit more information to give a full answer. Can you please send you enquiry, with pictures of the van to [e-mail] Regards, Leigh

[@johncooper22]

Whats the load limit on the bed please

[@kipa170]

Where would be the best place to buy spare bolts? I’ve just bought one of these beds from somebody and there’s no bolts that go in the wheel arch holes? Where would be best and what bolt details are they please?

[@stephenwatkins2450]

Can you use this bed in a vw shuttle 10 plate?

[@sambrian3383]

Yes, this is exactly the kind of thing I am after for my SWB T6! Is it fairly straight forward to take out again? Been after something semi permanent to use in the summer but also take out to regain the loading area in the winter. Thanks for the video!

[@CombeValleyCampers]

Yes, very easy to take back out. The boards can stay on top and after removing 4 bolts it can be taken out in one go.

[@sambrian3383]

@@CombeValleyCampers brilliant, thanks guys!

[@CombeValleyCampers]

@@sambrian3383 you are very welcome. Please head over to www.combevalleycampers.co.uk to make your purchase. Regards, Leigh and the team

[@peanut25john]

Good video “ Where can you buy that kind of mattress please. Thanks 🙏 John.

[@CombeValleyCampers]

Hi John, you can purchase the mattress separately if you wish. Email us [e-mail]

[@chriscooperCRF300]

Just thought I'd share this one. I have ordered my fourty winks bed system and I have just started to prepare the van for fitting removing the carpet from the wheel arch to find on my 2016 swb T6 there just hols with no threads what so ever, now what 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@glenyscampbell]

I have also have no threads on my rear mounting points , how did you resolve the problem?

[@thetruth007]

Can you use it in a normal T5 LWB ?

[@drewmce]

Did you guys do the felting in this van?

[@CombeValleyCampers]

No we didn't, however we carry outbthis service to the same standard

[@danielbradley2448]

I can't help but think a strap would be helpful with lifting and lowering the frame

[@jockharcourt9936]

Can you get these in Australia

[@richardlemarechal199]

How much of the price so scene tax

[@ACIDvICTIM]

What is the measurement in height between the horizontal box section frame and the factory fitted soft spongy floor please?

[@CombeValleyCampers]

The distance between the frame and the floor is 475mm. Hope that helps :)

[@ACIDvICTIM]

@@CombeValleyCampers Yes, and thank you for your swift reply! Glad you made this video and that there is now an option for a bed to fit a Kombi :) Typically the flightcase style box I just built to fit behind my rear seat bench to hold my gas bottle, stove, sink, BBQ and other cooking equipment is 51.5cm in height -I guess I could reduce that to 50cm by removing the rubber feet and or raise the bed boards by adding washers or spacers. Obviously this box would now be better placed underneath the fold up part of the bed at the rear of the van and be accessed via the tailgate. Just one other quick question though if I may... What are the benefits of re-registering a Kombi as a camper van with the DVLA? Does the vehicle excise duty (road tax) work out less expensive and is it generally cheaper to insure a Kombi as a camper rather than a private light goods vehicle? -I generally drive less than 5000 miles a year on average. Thank you for your time, much appreciated indeed!

[@graemejones3198]

Do you sell the Kombi seat covers in the video and if not do you know where I can purchase these?

[@CombeValleyCampers]

I will find out for you

[@mashlikethepotato]

Can you get an answer for this please?

[@samanali3676]

hey there do you have anything like that for a vw caddy swb thank you

[@CombeValleyCampers]

Can I recommend you look at www.vanfurniture .Co.uk as they have a fantastic range.

[@RobertP7884]

where can I get this net storage pockets visible on sides of van?

[@CombeValleyCampers]

Ebay or amazon

[@kyleardito]

How do you make the single seat fold flat as mine only tilts forward. Thanks

[@CombeValleyCampers]

I am going to assume that this is an option on the single seat to fold flat. There is an option to purchase a bed frame that will take into account a seatbthat doesn't fold flat

[@kyleardito]

@@CombeValleyCampers I've since done some googling. T5 tip t6 fold.

[@kznjonno602]

Can you ship to South Africa?

[@CombeValleyCampers]

Anything is possible my friend, and it helps that the bad and frame is normally shipped on a pallet any way. We are happy to get quotes or have you arrange a courier and collect from our distribution point

[@robbiekerr463]

How do I convert my kombi Single rear seat to fold flat? It’s 2014 model

[@Neil-Aspinall]

By buying either a vw T5/T6 kombi van

[@kyleardito]

Hi, I would also like to know this as the ones I have seen only tilt forward.

[@CombeValleyCampers]

I beleive that a folding single seat is an optional extra when ordering. However, there is a model of fortywinks bed that accounts for a single seat that doesn't fold flat

[@robbiekerr463]

@@Neil-Aspinall haha, funny but obviously I've already got a t5.1 kombi, the seat tilts forwards, it doesn't fold flat, I assume its the newer models that do this. I wondered if there's a way of converting the seat ive got ?

[@toddcoxheadfamily]

@@robbiekerr463 did you solve this? I'm wanting to solve the issue too.

[@nevillebloodybartos]

I’ve looked long and hard for one of these beds for a T4 Kombi.... can I find one? Can I ...... why do these companies only make stuff for t5 and t6 😭😭

[@CombeValleyCampers]

Hi! It's the largest market for parts. You local engineering shop should be happy to help with making a t4 version

[@johnnygreenshirt6215]

Can you bring the van down and you guys fit it?

[@CombeValleyCampers]

Yes absolutely. Please email [e-mail]

[@Gem13]

X1.5

[@basimmaan4549]

The question is how match the cost

[@johnwarner4513]

It looks the dogs danglers, I'd buy one, but have two dogs, and cant work out the space needed

[@philm1981]

Such a good idea. But £600 upwards is way to much for what it is.

[@ollie8760]

£900 with a foam mattress 😳

[@TheAndriuxxxa]

Those legs must be folding

[@Radio4ManLeics]

God! This is sooo long winded.

[@Neil-Aspinall]

Cool but who on God's Earth could sleep on a mattress so thin unless you were just 40 kilo's?

[@CombeValleyCampers]

After lying on this high density foam I can assure you it is very comfy. However if you wanted the likes of an blow up mattress on top, that would be possible.

[@markyoung7271]

MDF.....yikes

[@chemy-shop2976]

Mait why u use so long bolts 🔩? Short is easy ;) thy don't hold nothing