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@jamescarter265 жыл бұрын
Hey love it
@jakebateman30885 жыл бұрын
Someone's stolen Seth's bike hacks thumbnail design ;)
@simonwalker38965 жыл бұрын
Crafted Workshop love your work, SUBSCRIBED
@chrismorris6385 жыл бұрын
Crafted Workshop did you add the tile backsplash?
@Harry._.Thompson5 жыл бұрын
For the grey water u could just have a pipe going straight out of the van
@SethsBikeHacks5 жыл бұрын
So sick! When Alexander showed me the kitchen I understood what you guys were doing all that time. The reality of working in tight spaces is that nothing goes as planned and normal tools don’t fit. I’m glad you showed all the improvisation and struggles, which even skilled craftsmen aren’t immune to on projects like these.
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Definitely some frustrating moments but super happy with the way it all came together.
@jakelawlor40125 жыл бұрын
So true
@skmeedle5 жыл бұрын
hey seth
@senorpants56045 жыл бұрын
Give me a thumb if you read that in Seth's voice.
@marhgaming63065 жыл бұрын
Love ur vids Seth
@The_Sampler5 жыл бұрын
I seriously could not be more happy with how this project came out, and can already say after a few months that it has made A MASSIVE difference for me on the road. Thanks Johnny for yet another awesome build; we've now done a few projects together at this point, yet your level of craftsmanship still impresses me everytime! 👊
@microMobilidade5 жыл бұрын
The Singletrack Sampler some spoilers from your next vid! Looks great!
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude, any time! Can't wait to hang again, gotta get back to AVL soon 🤘
@adammoonface5 жыл бұрын
Maybe now you've built some stuff with Johnny on his channel a few times, he should join you for a rookie ride on yours Alex? Followed by taccos of course...
@ryanlitzinger69355 жыл бұрын
This new van build is looking sick
@rupedog5 жыл бұрын
Glad i found this...will it go up on ur channel too? Sure ur fans would love it. feels like a while since the bell from sts, but get the need to get van sent! Dont loose the summer riding time doing diy tho!
@jp22465 жыл бұрын
Awesome build. Get a rubber grommet for the hole that the clean water line passes through the wall of the tool chest. These are commonly used where lines pass through the firewall of a vehicle.
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and yes that would be a good addition!
@longhairmullet5 жыл бұрын
Crafted Workshop hope you are making notes of all these good suggestions for when you build out my sink cabinets! Lol. Great video, love that we all learn in the process.
@AlfredAmeneyro215 жыл бұрын
I just loved that part: -There's metal? -no problem...
@jcardosa023 жыл бұрын
the best part is when u added how things can go wrong at the very end. it made me feel better bc youtube videos are edited to look perfect. you did amazing
@xthukuh4 жыл бұрын
This is really cool! I live in Kenya and as soon as I leave campus, am making this to travel across Africa. You guys are awesome!!
@craftedworkshop4 жыл бұрын
Nice, have fun Martin!
@briandomski85235 жыл бұрын
Woodworking and MTB. My two favorite hobbies and two of my favorite youtubers...it's like worlds colliding!
@reforzar5 жыл бұрын
Completely changed his life. That is what I was looking for last time.
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brian!
@CopperCactusCrafts5 жыл бұрын
This turned out incredible overall, but that backsplash is genius! No concern of cracking, or of tiles popping off the curved surface. Nice work, guys!
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! I'm so glad I remembered Laura's video, they really are perfect for the van.
@stephaniesmythe84495 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous work. I admire your skills and your workshop full of tools. I have a previously converted Promaster that I've been adjusting to my needs and desires. The old hand pump on the sink broke last time out, and I'm converting to a foot pump. And while I'm at it, adding a bigger sink. I got the Ruvati 15 x15, and same foot pump. Perfect timing to watch your install! My project for this coming weekend. Thanks!
@Blaira895 жыл бұрын
Y'all should install a heavy duty spring to the foot pump! Maybe use one of those new Rockshox superdeluxe coils.... LOL
@mwilliamshs5 жыл бұрын
Why make it harder to push? That'll just break the plastic pedal or the plastic body.
@coltenbraden73185 жыл бұрын
mwilliamshs it’s a joke bud
@BettyBearsNomadicTravels5 жыл бұрын
This is the second time I have watched this video. Great work. I am a retired female carpenter. But I always leave room in my brain for new ideas. Thanks. I am in the works of building out my van and live your ideas. Betty
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Nice, thanks Betty!
@glgallow25 жыл бұрын
I ALWAYS love seeing our Festool products being used in off-the-wall projects like this! Crafted Workshop, you always bring excellent content, and you make it look fun. Thank you for another awesome video!
@brentgolbert24024 жыл бұрын
I usually only comment on the van builts I really like. Well sirs this is one of the best. I'm planning on doing my own. Seeing these videos the dos and don'ts or shouldn'ts has been a great help. The one very big thing I know before I start that I will need more than anything else is you two guys. Best of luck to the both of you. And God bless.
@benfluke5235 жыл бұрын
you guys being so thorough with your builds has made my van project soooooooooooooooo much easier. cuz i am a super duper newb, and everything is new to me. with these videos i have some skill now!
@Jellooze5 жыл бұрын
This is what i really liked about Alex van build, its done in such a way its super easy to add things to it. Sure it might have looked a little bland (compared to some other super cosy vanbuild) but building it as a open canvas surely was the best decision you guy made back when you started the build
@WHBJr4 жыл бұрын
This might be the most comprehensive function/ form build that I've seen!
@64MAGA244 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for posting sink size. I knew I wanted over mount but wasn’t quite sure about size sans a tiny stainless steel bowl bought at 5 n dime. I knew I needed something that will provide the utility that a sink naturally provides. Thanks again.
@ReubenGow5 жыл бұрын
I used the same foot pump in our build. After a year or so it started to leak at the lever pivot when being pumped. Just something to keep an eye on. Also, you should use opaque piping, light encourages growth of stuff inside your piping. In NZ opaque piping is a requirement for one of the motor home certifications.
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Good tips!
@HIimMAC4 жыл бұрын
Came out great! Cutting board over the sink is what I was thinking the whole time, glad you guys did it!
@MrLightPanda5 жыл бұрын
First vid of yours that I’ve ever seen- I love your style. Love may be too strong a word. I really liked it. I love how you tell us the details without being too wordy. Like how you used a utility knifes to cut that plumbing tubing. Small details like that make things like this seem less daunting.
@miviu94405 жыл бұрын
Just f. AWESOME!!! I just feel the need of living in one van like that... looks so cool.
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@vannessaventures87413 жыл бұрын
This was super helpful. I am no master builder.... or builder at all but it gave me some GREAT ideas how to create a sink and storage area in my own van! Thanks guys
@craftedworkshop3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@OldManTheseDays5 жыл бұрын
Sweet! Looked like a ton of fun to do. Making stuff is better when you're making stuff with a bro.
@TheAmwroble5 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, can you guys tell Seth we need more hack videos? We need more!!!!
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Hah, thanks Andy!
@BigHeinen4 жыл бұрын
Although a 12v electric pump for the sink water is an excellent choice, and alternative is a metal fresh water tank that can be pressurized. If there's room available an old air compressor tank can be modified by welding on a car radiator fill neck and 15lb to 20lb radiator cap. Then add a bicycle air valve (Schrader Valve) to pressurize the tank. Fill the tank through the radiator filler neck, screw on the cap and pressurize the tank with air. Voila! Great video !
@RedFlyerMedia5 жыл бұрын
That sink is perfect for my short bus! and...I watched the bed build & I will be stealing a couple ideas from it when I change out the mattress I have now to something more workable. THANKS for all the inspiration!!
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Nice, glad you enjoyed the videos!
@RedFlyerMedia5 жыл бұрын
@@craftedworkshop I will be back often. You got a new fan today.
@paullydca5 жыл бұрын
Incredible job. That really changed Alex's van, looks amazing, love the functionality of it all.
@Siracusa6675 жыл бұрын
That looks absolutely beautiful! Man, the amount of work and effort you put into this is totally worth it, that looks super efficient and sturdy.
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Definitely a lot of work but the finished result is better than I expected.
@_tim5 жыл бұрын
That's such a perfect addition. If it were me I'd go straight to an electric pump but given Alex has spent an entire year living out of that van without ANY running water I can see how even just a manual foot pump would be a luxury right now. Great work.
@majamoore62095 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love the faux tile backsplash!!!! Awesome job on the whole project!!!
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
@experimentalpyrographer14425 жыл бұрын
I love watching the tiny house/ van life tours on youtube and it really nice to see the build process of it
@lenn6755 жыл бұрын
That kitchen is freaking awesome. JOHNNY you did an amazing job and I love how detailed and informative you were throughout the build. Alex I noticed you have that stove close to your bed, plz if you don't already have one get a mini fire extinguisher and an exhaust vent.
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! And yup, Alex has a fire extinguisher and fan above the bed, good to go.
@cjpsmachado4 жыл бұрын
From a naval architect/boat builder you should look into some boat hardware. I made a similar project when I was younger to be able to wander around Europe looking for some surf spots and used a lot of sailing hardware that made a lot easier for live on the van. But then again I was used to live onboard a 25 feet sailing boat and had already lots of knowledge from building sailing boats with my grandfather and the architecture formation. So overall great work.
@rennemichaels27065 жыл бұрын
Is Alex going to clear seal the back splash to help keep it cleaner? And paint the doors on the front?
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Maybe, if he gets around to it 😂 Just being honest, but in an ideal world, both would be done.
@freerangemtb5 жыл бұрын
Dude, watching these videos on your and Alex's channels is making me want to buy a van and trick it out for travel. Only problem for me is that I have a large family. So I'd have to do something more along the lines of a small RV. Although Van Life may still be possible if we throw in some tents... Stay upright and keep the rubber side down! -Brian
@BoloMTB5 жыл бұрын
that's awesome! I could watch your video literally for hours! I've been following Alex's van building since the very beginning and I can't have enough...
@pontussoderman47585 жыл бұрын
The Van is really sick!! And something that inspire me a lot, been looking at some RV’s and caravans but this is something I could build a similar attempt at. So me and my family could go on camping trips and camp at various races!!
@Escapepod20242 жыл бұрын
Fantastic upgrade, and superb quality of workmanship! Well done!
@nicklatino71575 жыл бұрын
Wow, it looks so awesome! And super appealing to the eye. It's supper awesome! But I was thinking, aren't back splashes made out of tile not good, because bacteria can grow in between the tiles? If there's ever a next time, maybe you should make a solid steel backsplash? I imagine it would be easier to clean. If I were doing a van build, I would cut the back lip of the sink off, and push it all the way up against the wall. So, the back splash kind of flows into the sink. Either way, I think the project is amazing, and came out super good!
@MrSharkphoto5 жыл бұрын
Alex, you should be stoked to know Johnny. Killer retro fit of the sink, and the wood tiles are money!! Nice work
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Special_Sharpie5 жыл бұрын
If I ever meet alex, I would really to see the van in real life, it's a work of art!
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
I'm sure he'd give you a tour if he saw you out on the trails!
@lurklingX Жыл бұрын
the build came out beautifully. so functional yet looks nice. love the faux tiles. never seen that done before. i'm guessing it was to save weight. (ugh tedious to make em...) but totally badass. love this whole van setup, man. great!!
@greathornedowl36444 жыл бұрын
WOW, thanks for the video of tips and tricks. You are a craftsman, adapt, and overcome at each step. I've hated that tool chest a waste of space, thinking something more fitting (simple shelving and plastic bins) and flexible (wood) could have been used. Overall good job.
@reviewsbynorm67304 жыл бұрын
I love how you created this space and I never wanted to design a small mobile living space and this looks amazing!
@craftedworkshop4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Norman!
@jewdd19895 жыл бұрын
I’m so happy you took on Laura’s backsplash!!! To die for and so are your cabinets :) thanks
@LoyaltyNECO5 жыл бұрын
As a Lowes manager, I love the Lowes shout out as well as the Gatehouse packaging in one of the shots 😝👍🏼
@mambobond5 жыл бұрын
Something that I've done before, when installing a sink, is to fill it with water - this provided plenty of self regulating/even pressure to the silicone around the flange.
@krishampton81635 жыл бұрын
In a tight space like that I'd try to cover the drawer guides before cutting the sink opening in the countertop. A cardboard cutout would be great, or even just a couple of kitchen trash bags.
@chrisbaker12395 жыл бұрын
Dude you must be so proud of Everyone’s efforts including yourself! Stand back with beer in hand and say “hell yeah” we did good, cheers all. You inspire a lot of people, keep on it. 🤟
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
It is super exciting every time we open the van door, that's for sure. Crazy to look back at how it all started now. Thanks a lot!
@vanceflight34335 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!!! Nobody tells how they do work on their vans or busses other than "I'm gonna put wood on the inside of the wall." Super informative bro. Hoping to start mine soon. Thanks for the info and great job!
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! If you want more details on the whole build, definitely check out the van build playlist. Between all of the videos on our channels, we went into a lot of detail.
@vanceflight34335 жыл бұрын
@@craftedworkshop Cool! Will do.
@enbybus38405 жыл бұрын
I've watched this video so many times and I'm so grateful. I feel like no where else could I find this info Thank you thank you thank you
@matthewjohnston10175 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Not sure why you didn’t use some kind of real tile for the backsplash. For that little of area could have easily found a single box of discontinued product for next to nothing. Still looks killer though!!!
@johnprice54575 жыл бұрын
Johnny, you are a great friend to Alex and Seth.
@luisacevedo3243 жыл бұрын
Absolutely awesome 👏🏼 nice job. Alex is lucky to have a bud like you.
@jamothegreat60525 жыл бұрын
This video just got you another subscriber!!! That sink and overhead shelving is AWESOME!!!
@donniegaskill18365 жыл бұрын
Great project!!! I really like the home made subway tiles. I am going to steal this idea for my own kitchen... Keep these neat vids coming...
@mec_nyc5 жыл бұрын
It's like the tool chest fit the golden ratio. EVERYTHING IS PERFECT! 😅Awesome share, dude!
@DavesShed5 жыл бұрын
There must be some space under the floor to add 2 decent sized tanks. Obviously those sort of tanks would be a large expense but it would make a massive difference to have a reasonable quantity of water between fills. It would also help to lower the center of gravity.
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
You mean in the undercarriage of the van? I think that would negatively impact ground clearance. The floor itself is directly on top of the metal floor of the van. Could potentially work, but filling and emptying the tanks would have to be thought through as well.
@DavesShed5 жыл бұрын
@@craftedworkshop It's just the standard thing in a campervan. There are 2 tanks mounted within the chassis area. They have baffles inside. It doesn't normally affect ground clearance. However if leaving the sealed roads it will need to be a metal tank. You can buy them from suppliers to the RV industry.
@noukhollands5 жыл бұрын
i loved the video from alex's van from a year ago its cool to see how you upgraded it with these super nice little things
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@sparks7015 жыл бұрын
Great work. Alex is lucky to have a friend so skilled.
@donald67494 жыл бұрын
I have that exact same Bodum gooseneck kettle! It is really nice. Good job on the van.
@tumbleweed19765 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate your honesty with what works and what doesn’t. Great teamwork gentlemen. -Dan, Van Life San Diego
@Bscott-3905 жыл бұрын
Great job. So jelly of his van.
@DartWinger5 жыл бұрын
Dude you're a freaking mad scientist of wood!
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@brendanmitchell35456 ай бұрын
thanks for all the needed parts in desc. I have these same jugs and didnt know what i was looking for.
@joyfaithlove4 жыл бұрын
I don't often watch videos like this. But this is absolutely incredible! I appreciate the detail and although I don't have the capacity or the equipment, you earned a sub from me. I may just reach out to get some help for my van!
@craftedworkshop4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@billxam26744 жыл бұрын
I'm building a modded version for our off grid cabin - using an old faucet, kitchen sink and food grade buckets with a fountain pump. And absolutely a p trap too. I do like the foot pump but I'm old - way too much exercise. :)
@ChrisCXK5 жыл бұрын
Such a cool build! I enjoyed seeing more of how it was done on top of seeing the reveal.
@bluecrystalpowder6514 жыл бұрын
Came from The Singletrack Sampler, thanks for helping Alex out.
@victorcast24675 жыл бұрын
The final result just look way too cool!
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Victor!
@ssquared80765 жыл бұрын
Love this collaboration with Alex. They need to get you back out on the trails.
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! And I’ve been riding pretty regularly, just not in videos 😊
@shelbytomy075 жыл бұрын
Yeah, Laura Kampf is amazing. She also inspired me
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
She's great!
@1pho3nixmatt5 жыл бұрын
So sick. Another solid one. You two make such entertaining vids.
@jennymossa94924 жыл бұрын
Love this video, thank you for sharing. I am a little concerned about the faux tiles' edges being untreated? Love the idea a bunch! But it acting as a backsplash it might need a little finish?
@fearless1443 жыл бұрын
Keep making more videos and projects like this, it's really helpful and a lots of fun and gives us a lot of ideas and inspiration of our own 💯❤️🙏💪.
@ZacJones5 жыл бұрын
These builds are always fun to watch! Nice work with everything fitting perfectly and that subway tile is awesome! Why didn't you go with the Walnut ply for the sink doors?
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! And Walnut plywood is $100 a sheet, so it seemed a little excessive, plus I wanted to use ½” plywood to keep weight down.
@ZacJones5 жыл бұрын
@@craftedworkshop That makes a lot of sense, nice work!
@SteveBlackOnline5 жыл бұрын
You gave me so many great ideas for the Shasta trailer that I am restoring/remodeling. You just got yourself a new subscriber :)
@YouTubehndl2 жыл бұрын
Excellent work! You sir need an oscillating tool. A lot those cuts would have been sooooo much easier with one of those. Great job making it happen with what you had on hand though
@stokedriders51845 жыл бұрын
Awesome work guys , Alexander must be super stoked with your help in realising his vanlife dream 🤘 respect dude
@Lovelace0695 жыл бұрын
Awesome Sink.......rarely ever see someone make a footpump type sink! Thanks
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@MotoErgoSum5 жыл бұрын
That foot pump needs a spring so it automatically returns. Great build.
@Shadow87-4 жыл бұрын
Helpful tip, using spit or an ice cube helps smooth silicone way easier. it wont stick to your hand or gum up.
@mr.frogman99395 жыл бұрын
Man, that little foot pump looks pretty slick
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
It is pretty sweet!
@christofix5 жыл бұрын
This is awsome! Nice to see the build man! This is something totaly different! very nice!
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, super fun project!
@shandrahaggerty53055 жыл бұрын
i feel so educated after this video
@bigrigmtber8575 жыл бұрын
Just going to say KICK ASS!! That looks awesome!! I found myself sitting here laughing at how that all went together and how it looked when finished. I’m a professional truck driver and Alex has me beat. I even have a refrigerator, microwave, 24” flatscreen tv, DVD player, & a 2000 watt power inverter. I know how he feels about storage. Never enough.
@ethanslifka39045 жыл бұрын
God job guys! Its coming together!
@JohnMadeit5 жыл бұрын
Great upgrade to the van. I guess the benefit to the foot pump is that you wont waste as much water as you would with a electric pump.
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and yup! The foot pump definitely makes you a lot more conscientious of how much water you're using.
@alechepper73873 жыл бұрын
Absolutely unbelievable work here dude
@craftedworkshop3 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated!
@JStrepp5 жыл бұрын
Awesome work, looks and sounds like a friendship.
@BettyBearsNomadicTravels5 жыл бұрын
The end results is fabulous. I just subscribed to your channel. So glad I found you. I just bought a 6x10 cargo trsiler to build a tiny traveling house. Can't wait to watch all your videos. Boop
@charlesholland68515 жыл бұрын
I’m a Laura fan too! Awesome build Johnny!
@GeorgeLoch5 жыл бұрын
That is so functional and beautiful! Well done!
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks George!
@jamiesmith13435 жыл бұрын
Wonderful guys! Thank you so much for sharing your gifts with us! great video!
@bkxc5 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! Really came out great.
@craftedworkshop5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brian! Super happy with the finished product.
@rwmagnus5 жыл бұрын
Awesome job guys. Nice to have friends with tools and skills!