Professional woodworker joins Humble Road van team

[@GENECARP]

Watching your willingness to scrap an idea and just move on is a secret most will never know....nothing is ever wasted....

[@lnazworth]

Your son is quite the craftsman. It's great to see someone of his age able to perform such skilled work.

[@rubenloza1920]

I have to admit I have never really been into vans or anything. But as an engineer watching this project for a long time now.. a year plus I think.. observing the detail and ideas both come together has been been an amazing treat. I really look forward to see where it all goes.

[@HumbleRoad]

Thank you Ruben. I high compliment, indeed.

[@TheCowgirlNiamh]

What a handsome son you have George! His work is impeccable! I hope you two have lots of fun together ☺️

[@ovmn]

That is going to be a beautiful van. And the son is as meticulous as his dad :) truly beautiful workmanship.

[@daveparis339]

Like father like son. I'm sure you are very proud. I love seeing family working together. Everything is looking amazing!

[@dancarroll6349]

George, I've followed your channel from the beginning and have not only enjoyed your entertaining presentations but appreciate your passion for perfection. Your van build ideas and thoughtful designs set a high bar for the industry. You're a modern day Michelangelo. Alex is obviously just as meticulous and creative as his dad! You two make a great team.

[@HumbleRoad]

Thank you Dan. I truly appreciate your kind and thoughtful words.

[@brose27377]

George, you are absolutely a Renaissance Man, whether its Michelangelo or Da Vinci !!

[@louisag5410]

I like the new and updated sofa/bed with the drawers below.... as you indicated, a place to neatly put away all the bedding and pillows.... which are always a challenge to store....its going to be a beauty!!!

[@linda_lawson]

I learn so much here. It's like a vaniversity!

[@rogerstarkey5390]

Btw. Re "64ths" Hi metric! Count fingers (and toes!) 😁

[@HumbleRoad]

Very insightful, Roger! He actually does use a metric tape measure!

[@j.a.b.9976]

This should be a universal trade school class video on how to create. Not just some guy and his kid building the perfect van from scratch! One of my favorite channels by a great guy showing his way of doing things and how changing some ideas plays into the finish product. Thanks George and now Alex also.

[@HumbleRoad]

I appreciate your sentiment. Thank you.

[@margaretmatteson-hammer7911]

I am impressed. It is nice to see imaginative engineering is not dead. The work is absolutely beautiful and functional at the same time

[@crv20051]

Alex, beautiful work, great to watch your skill level. Yes, indeed, craftsmanship, thank you for keeping it embodied!

[@kathleenreyes4345]

There is no other way! Alex does beautiful work!!

[@amblealong4581]

I can't even see 64th's any more. Such pride in your work! Good for you and thanks for sharing your knowledge and ideas!

[@Stewbular]

My God! what exquisite woodworking the Son does!! The beautiful cabinetry goes perfectly w the aluminum 80/20

[@JamieLuv2u]

Ok, now I am impressed. That is how you build a van!

[@crv20051]

Great call to keep that beautiful cabinet open--yes, grain like that just wraps you up.

[@MrJFoster1984]

The height you were looking for on your bed is all about ergonomics 👍 Thanks for sharing

[@yayaglass]

I'm with you, that Appliance Cabana is much too pretty to hide. Alex's work is as detailed as the rest of the van, a great addition. I'm on the edge of my seat, waiting to see this come together. 🙋‍♀️❣

[@innervisionsOD1]

I can't say how much I love walnut!! It is my favorite warm wood and will work perfectly!! Your son is the bomb!! Genetics surely work when it comes to his obsession with detail!!... "the looks" maybe not so much!! ;-) Mom must be beautiful!! Nah... your a handsome fellow too! Just great George!! It is so much fun watching the progress! Thank you for your great video productions as well!! Cheers as always! -Perry

[@HumbleRoad]

Love walnut, Alex is very talented, my wife IS beautiful, love your comments! 😛

[@dinohicks7959]

I knew he was going to grain match everything. You have every right to be so proud of his talent and skill. I wouldn't cover it either, maybe a pretty metal latching gate? Love the futon bed. Another great video.

[@StellarFella]

The Phantom Futon remains rent-free in your mind. That was an outstanding alcove done by Alex. His work is spot on and I'm sure makes clients beam with satisfaction. We did a kitchen in San Malo in Oceanside. The counter top was solid teak and it was a good darker brown back then. 32mm Soss hidden hinges were used with lumber core plywood for the doors. That was 1978.

[@kathleenreyes4345]

Wow incredible detail and workmanship!!

[@freedomdove]

Great attention to detail, George. I see your son Alex is following well along in your footsteps.

[@cut2chase655]

Watching this project come together is THRILLING! Totally satisfying. As a kid I was fascinated by all types of builds. I'm your typical stop and watch a while, which provides a great deal of pleasure, but often makes me late to appointments. Construction sites around town were simply mesmerizing, as well as, developmental projects, etc. A favorite pastime is browsing hardware stores. Why? I've never known. Don't know why I even shared that much?✌

[@HumbleRoad]

A great comment. I was totally mesmerized. :-)

[@KatyInNH]

The Black Walnut is going to be beautiful!!!!!

[@rickventurini4500]

George, once again I watch your videos and keep saying OMG, what incredible attention to detail. You are going to give ARV some real competition. Thank you!

[@HumbleRoad]

Thank you Rick. I think the industry has room for all of us!

[@mjmorro7757]

Two very talented individuals in this video.

[@esparka]

The tie-in @ the end of this video is excellent. All components recounted, Humble mission reiterated, "double-duty" illustrated clearly. Thank You Mr. Humble R.

[@HumbleRoad]

Thanks for that! Well said!

[@RachelinRealLife]

Incredible!! I am in awe of your ability to make things come together like you have! I'm a huge fan of your work; filming, editing, and of course van building!! I've enjoyed watching your project come together and would absolutely be a customer!

[@nancygilesets]

As would I!

[@dhyde9207]

Festool. Yes! Quality mindset extends even to the tools he uses.

[@eksine]

overpriced crap

[@dhyde9207]

@@eksine ... Yeah, if I were you, I'd stick with the underpriced crap.

[@eksine]

@@dhyde9207 no all you need is a router, there is no special bit, it's a basic flush cut bit. and a $200 router isn't underpriced. you sarcastic prick

[@dhyde9207]

@@eksine ... Sorry you're having a tough time with the quarantine but don't take it out on me. Take a breath and think happy thoughts.

[@eksine]

@@dhyde9207 so basically anybody with an opinion different than yours means their minds are affected by the quarantine? yep stick to your overpriced tools, thinking isn;'t your strength in life

[@xrpxtrariceplease2811]

I can’t wait to see once the van is completed.

[@maitildamcintyre9344]

XRP Xtra Rice Please me too!

[@JohnMason-Hill]

Mind blown!

[@AbamAdy]

awesome as always...please don't stop whatever you're doing right now

[@deborahgiles3649]

Awesome! You two do not disappoint! A little Ragtime keeps the gray matter chugging along. Masters at Work, Father and Son, Craftsmanship, Precision and Care. You two work beautifully together. Bless you and please be safe.

[@HumbleRoad]

Thank you Deborah

[@chazbarclay]

I've been really focused on your build. When a new vid is released, I grab my notepad, a good liquid to drink and I spend time studying your work. The futon has been something I can't wait to see the finished product. I humbly ask, can you make a video or segment dedicated to details of the futon build? So far, I'm loving it and it seems to be the design that will fit perfectly in my build. Maybe even with a linear actuator. Thank you in advance.

[@HumbleRoad]

I have some close up shots of the "futon transport rail system" in my upcoming video. Very simple design. I intentionally stayed away from any linear actuators or motors. I want to keep thing simple, less to fail. Thanks for watching Chaz!

[@tonydel1139]

very precise build and the result is a beautiful humble road van!

[@elainemcnary2788]

Do what you love, and you’ll love what you do. Or is it ...love what you do and you’ll never work a day in your life. Either way it’s easy to see that you are in your element.enjoyed. 👍👍

[@tonym5878]

Classic case of the Apple not falling far from the tree!

[@jeanrenemongeau1232]

You inspire me,you seem so calm and pose I start in 2 weeks my conversion 👍👍👍

[@as6709]

Great work, Alex! Finally, the Futon Finale is not far off!!

[@HumbleRoad]

When I say 64ths, I'm not kidding!

[@as6709]

Humble Road that is a precise cannoli!

[@karengann9615]

You son learned to be precise from his dad I'm guessing. I can tell you are proud of him too!

[@valma500]

You do an excellent job explaining.

[@howardtennant5766]

Just love the attention to detail and we'll though out design process , just excellent thank you

[@HumbleRoad]

Very welcome!

[@mayinnlin1879]

Love all the buildings. Awesome 👏 Alex work. Amazing and beautiful work love it. 👏👏👍👍😍😍

[@jimeckert607]

Truly, I'm amazed every time I watch one of your videos! Your ideas and precise work is astounding.... always creatively thinking of new and better ways for functionality, "feng shui", and just simply living comfortably in a van that doesn't compromise your craftsmanship. Love it!

[@HumbleRoad]

Thank you Jim. I have the advantage of living for extended periods in my Class B. I know the shortcomings and pitfalls created by shortsighted design. In their defense, the manufacturers were not building for full-timers. That is a new phenomenon. And with this first van, I am swinging for the fences, setting the bar as high as I can. Options!

[@williamhouse754]

Love the videos keep'em coming.

[@suzyburke]

I can’t imagine the cost of this amazing Humble Road RV!

[@HumbleRoad]

I've been offered $5.2 MILLION. But I think he may have been joking...🙃

[@Stewbular]

Humble Road That’s crazy! I wouldn’t pay a penny over $5.1 million

[@Roobah]

The price is, if you have to ask, you can't afford it. LOL!

[@jacquesolivier65]

Yep, the grain match is brillant ! For the drawers, in European Norns no latching is not permitted... no matter how but a mechanical lock is necessary

[@universalsignificance9006]

This is "must view" KZbin! Siskel & Ebert "two thumbs up!"

[@desmondtutu7916]

Leaps and bounds in one short week!

[@lenward474]

Love a pro! If not already done cut drawer front indents on bottom so not seen at all,super clean! Did on my cupboard looks great!

[@Roobah]

AGREE! Cutting the indents on the top will collect dirt and food and everything out on the road will find its way there, and it is not easy to clean out that space.

[@leoneranger9348]

Alex is a chip off the old block. Both craftsmen 👌🏾

[@julieplant444]

Fabulous - I wouldn’t expect any less from you and son Alex. Love your attention to all those little things that in the end mean so much. You and Alex are artists. Thank you. 🤗. Do you have a place for your pets bowls, like a toe kick drawer? If anyone can figure that out, it would be you two. 😻

[@HumbleRoad]

Thank you Julie. Yes, the doggie cubbie is on the floor just below the drawers.

[@scottanson7524]

Wow ... attention to detail must be your middle name George one more great video that van is coming together 🇺🇸😎

[@pbhd8]

Another inspirational video George. After a hard day at work you are my go to video wind down

[@HumbleRoad]

Wow, thanks

[@bentnickel7487]

As a flooring installer and flooring salesman for 40 years, Marmoleum needs extra attention during maintanance. It is not a self shining floor, like sheet vinyl. When paste wax was around buffing with a floor buffer and paste wax made these floors bullet proof. In the last 30 years buffers are out, paste wax is near impossible to find and LIQUID WAX with a STRIPPER is the order of the day. Mop it, strip it then two coats of wax and it should dry to a low sheen. The stores call the stripper a "ph conditioner", but it liquifies the existing wax for removal. There are little to no gases emitted with Marmoleum and perfect for closed RVs. Love your videos !!!

[@HumbleRoad]

Bent- the reviews and pictures on the internet were not good enough for me to make an educated decision. I spent countless hours in local flooring stores, touching smelling, bending and wetting all their samples. One manager escorted me out of the store! Nothing. Nothing compared to the Marmoleum products. I was thinking about using mustache wax, what do you think? 😜

[@bentnickel7487]

All joking aside, if I owned a Marmoleum floor I would find a reputable source for Johnson Paste Wax and on my hands and knees buff that with a DA buffer. My Dad had a linoleum counter top in a country General Store for 45 years, that's how he maintained it. Ice cream, Coke, sweat, mustard all wiped off with a damp cloth. It looked new until the building was taken down.

[@paula.jackson5463]

the apple does not fall far from the tree! Amazing! And Festool, in Canada it is Lee Valley Country!

[@vidguy007]

Your son does some nice work. I'm adding a large drawer where I had a bin. Those door slides are pretty nice. I'm not sure of the challenge of keeping the drawer shut on the road though. I plan a push button latch if it fails the corner test.

[@HumbleRoad]

Here's my thinking on the drawer locks, but first a shout out to you for that beautiful aft cabin. You are livin' life my friend! Rather than having to latch and unlatch EVERY SINGLE TIME you need to get in a drawer, I will devise locking system to be deployed just prior to travel. At your next destination, remove the system and enjoy simpler usage while stationary.

[@vidguy007]

Humble Road My drawers that don’t have fancy slides have wedges glued to them so you have to lift the drawer slightly to open it The slides make that simple solution impossible My bread board latch is a possibility but inside the drawer accessed through a finger hole is my current thinking

[@HumbleRoad]

I like it. Thinking the same thing, but across 3 drawers.

[@ValerieHartmann]

I've enjoyed your videos for years and congratulations on having a skilled and personable son. Please, please, please have him (and you) wear quality hearing protection.

[@HumbleRoad]

I'm sorry… what? . . 😄

[@HumbleRoad]

You are absolutely right in your concern. We do wear eye and ear protection most of the time.

[@kevins6725]

this man is a magician

[@agn855]

No need to point out Alex is a pro - that FESTO-equipment is telling one thing: "Vorsprung durch Technik" ;o) Greetings from Germany :o)

[@rexhargrove5172]

Humble Road is the New Yankee Workshop of #vanlife

[@patrickmaloney6757]

Impressed. Again. Hey George, get some rest.

[@HumbleRoad]

Again, I myself noticed in the video how wiped out I look. I'll have plenty of time to rest when I'm dead...

[@LadyMarie880]

beautiful beautiful wood grain ....hide behind a what, better be able to see through it...lol awesome work ...till next time

[@timfriedline341]

I have to say your commitment to detail, fit and finish and your willingness to make mistakes and work through problems is inspirational... I am planning a van build myself and I am taking a TON of notes from what you are doing... I think you should have way more subscribers... a question or two if I may.. what is the current internal headroom inside your van? you have done a lot of work on the flooring and the ceiling and I am curious how much headroom is left.. I also really have to hand it to you regarding material choices.. the Class A of Class B's a great line and I heard it from you first!!

[@HumbleRoad]

Thanks Tim! Headroom in the van is 74 inches. Keep reviewing my videos! And tell all your friends!

[@jodymooney255]

Jony Ive of RVs. Love, love your work!

[@HumbleRoad]

Whoa! I'll take that! Although I'm no where near worthy! :-)

[@tonynotstated695]

Hi Alex's dad, is this van almost done? You have done such a great job, I can't wait to see the end.

[@HumbleRoad]

Yes, this van is almost done.

[@tonynotstated695]

@@HumbleRoad Looking forward to the big reveal

[@jgegere]

Blown away!

[@janina8559]

Is Alex Ur son? There is too much talent in Ur family. More than the law will allow! ☮️❤️🤗

[@HumbleRoad]

Yes, I am extremely proud of each of our five children.

[@낑낑마kingkingma]

조지, 아이디어와 제작 능력이 굉장하네요. 게다가 아주 디테일하고 감각도 뛰어나십니다. 감명깊게 잘 봤습니다. 훌륭합니다.👍👏🇰🇷 한국에 지점 하나 내세요 ^^

[@DennisWintjes2]

#775. Love the walnut! I agree; the electronics cabinet looks great. Don't cover it.

[@londonjacks8371]

George, you are undoubtedly the Obi-Wan Kenobi of custom van builders!

[@brianjoyce9742]

Very interesting but not possible by DIY crowd. Props on your craftsmanship

[@maitildamcintyre9344]

That appliance garage is a work of 🖼. Craftsmanship is beyond! It’s so beautiful that it’s a shame the appliances that it’s designed for will hide some of the beauty of the woodwork and grain matching. With that being said there’s nothing particularly pretty about the appliances inside. The doors that could be fastened out of that gorgeous walnut to put on the appliance garage would be far more pleasant to look at than kitchen appliances imho. I’ve wondered about that futon set up. I remember your earlier videos and how much effort it was to get the mechanics just right. The upside of going back to the drawing board was more water on board, that’s a fortuitous result. Can’t have too much water on board. Unheard of 47 gallons on a class B😮, but then everything about this build is beyond compare. I knew when you first started this build it would be fantastic, but it’s so far exceeded what I could’ve imagined. Thanks for letting all us subscribers see what’s possible and dream of owning a similar van. ❤️ I can’t wait for Sunday’s to see what’s been accomplished, and I’m sure the finished van will be epic.

[@HumbleRoad]

That was the first thing my wife said, "appliances are not pretty. That's why you put them in a garage, dummy!"

[@maitildamcintyre9344]

Humble Road you and June were made for each other lol😜

[@Stewbular]

Humble Road Dieter, Jobs, & Jony Ive Might disagree W your wife

[@birdnest5814]

It’s nice to meet your son. Seeing his skill as a craftsman, we can tell who’s son he is. The appliance garage is beautiful but nobody wants to see your slow cooker and Ninja, and neither do you. I’m sure you two can pick the walnut with the prettiest grain and design a beautiful door to hide all that stuff you don’t want to be loaning out😂 Yes, one or two huge drawers under the futon. I, personally, would want 1 giant drawer. That would be able to accommodate all different sizes of pillows and bedding, with room left over for anything else that is long and could be difficult to store anywhere else? Have a great 4th of July😊

[@Stewbular]

!!!!!!!! Damn’ !!!!!!!!!!!!

Those tools… Now my setup is just silly in comparison. ;) (Although the trick of laying plywood on the floor on foam insulation, to work on top of it, does work superbly. That and using a huge locked "ruler" to guide the saw.)

[@aaronallgrunn7845]

Maybe glass door for the walnut box.

[@dindog22]

maybe some sort of clear doors on the appliance garage?

[@Roobah]

I like that idea!

[@MykSr]

Binge watching 😎

[@guigomusa]

George, I'm from Brazil and I've got my inspiration to build a MH watching your videos. I managed to find an aluminum profile that's somehow similar to the 80-20's you used and I'll try to make all my structures out of these aluminum frames. On my project my bed is going to be similar to a Murphy Bed but divided into two halves. Like two half-size murphy beds on in front of the other. I need the front half to slide over the frames to open space to the back part. I was thinking about using bearings but I think you came out with a simpler (and certainly more elegant) solution on your futon frame. Would you mind showing that “slider” in more details on your next video? I’d really appreciate. P.S.: Impeccable woodwork. Alex work rocks…..

[@HumbleRoad]

Thank you Nilson! We are working hard to finish this van in a month! More videos coming.

[@vickicromer561]

👏 perfecto❣️

[@rogerstarkey5390]

The apple doesn't fall far from the tree! Attention to detail.....

[@missyb2366]

Your son Alex does beautiful work. That appliance garage is gorgeous. Do you see the face in the grain on the back panel of the appliance garage (7:08)? To me it looks like an eagle, or an Native American mask of some kind.

[@HumbleRoad]

Yes, an eagle, some have mentioned hawk or owl. Such a shame to have to cover it with appliances and doors!

[@martindabritz8203]

pls come to South Africa we need this here to create jobs

[@BelindaTOV]

Whoa, your son right? Well, if you ever need a babysitter please let me know.....ill bring my van.

[@HumbleRoad]

🤣

[@katoosh1]

That is $4000 worth of Festool banding tools no wonder it does a good job

[@HumbleRoad]

Having the keys to the Ferrari doesn't mean you can drive it... but you are correct, this machine is incredible!

[@katoosh1]

@@HumbleRoad I didn't mean to say that Alex is not good at what he does you can see he knows what he is doing. Your van will turn out very nice indeed.

[@HumbleRoad]

👍 ❤️

[@TravelingwiththeGramkracker]

I know you are way into the build however I was looking at your dedicated stove drawer and I want to tell you what I did in my van that everyone seems to love. my stove drawer has become the very surface my working stove uses, therefore I do not have to pull out the stove, move it from its home and put it back, it opens and I cook, opening up much more counter space. just something to think about, maybe in the future if not this build. looks very nice, your son is doing a fine job, expecting no less, as where the acorn comes from. :)

[@HumbleRoad]

That stove set up you speak of was debated in my mind for a long while. In fact I spoke about lifting the countertop up, hinged in the rear to act as a heat shield. But I opted for the dedicated drawer. All good.

[@mishu3271]

Hi Humble 👋...and son! 👋. So exciting to learn about cabinet making products and tools from you two craftsmen. A question: for those age and strength challenged could you put a mobility mechanism on those bottom drawers that would lift them off the floor for easier access? I have seen them on adaptive houses here but maybe only the upper cabinet pull down mechanisms???Would there be room in the hallway to deploy the drawer up? I have always felt that new found spaces create new found innovation and opportunity.

[@HumbleRoad]

Personally, I would design the entire van around the specific needs of the user. Purpose built, rather than reactionary upgrades.

[@djc6436-e4h]

Is that the same IKEA futon you started with back when the van build first began? The back and seat parts of it anyways.

[@HumbleRoad]

Yes! Good memory!

[@HumbleRoad]

At that time... I bought two. Just in case..

[@edithp.7213]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@tlandolfo]

True, that bed design is some real Genius! I tried a hundred different ways to figure that one out! Please include information on where you purchased the bed frame? Thanks!

[@HumbleRoad]

Thank you Timothy! Here is the link to my video where I discuss and assemble this futon frame from IKEA! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoXWqaqcmNmjfcU

[@LostOnLandAgain]

But what is that pink foldy stuff at second :40 for? Adding two gallons of water to the weight tally.. And walnut, lots and lots of walnut! This thing just gets more and more impressive.

[@HumbleRoad]

The pink fold stuff was foam board insulation, I'm backing all my wall panels with that for one more layer of thermal barrier. Layers are the secret, like an onion..

[@marykaylayman1078]

Maybe a door that goes up and slides back to show off the craftsmanship of the cabinet? Stuff gonna fall out 😳

[@Toolman93]

Wow - beautiful and well engineered, but I’m curious. Why pocket holes instead of Festool dominoes for the drawers? In an RV, screws are definitely better than staples because of vibration but I think that a domino glue joint would be even better.

[@kimruss6476]

The other day I was hanging outdoor shades and I could have used a third hand, my husband was also busy, but I managed to come up with an Innovative idea but not before saying to myself, now what would George do? 😍

[@HumbleRoad]

Ahhhh! You're a thinker! Great!

[@darkroast66]

I’m still loving it, but we are now up to 5.2 million. I’m never going to be able to afford this van. :)

[@HumbleRoad]

🤣 Worth every million! ;-)

[@daleannharsh8295]

If you cut in a upward facing slot as a 'handle' it will always be a crumb catcher..... can you get it downward facing?

[@maitildamcintyre9344]

Dale Ann Harsh I never thought of that but very good point. Also with them facing down they would be hidden leaving the sleek look.

[@Stewbular]

maitilda mcintyre I never imaged the “slot handles” as facing anyway but downward

[@maitildamcintyre9344]

stewart hart in the video George’s hand is facing upwards when he’s simulating opening the drawer.

[@Stewbular]

maitilda mcintyre You are so right! But if you look at any pulls, other than open loops or knob ones, the finger slot will be facing the floor Especially in pulls that are part of the drawer front

[@fredflinstone3173]

Beautiful! But all that 80/20 must of cost a small fortune!

[@HumbleRoad]

worth every dime on so many levels!

[@fredflinstone3173]

Humble Road I’ve used it for very small projects so I have an idea of its advantages. It’s definitely a forever material so it’s one of those high front end, low long term cost things. I hope you’ve submitted photos of your projects to their website. You deserve a little sponsorship/discount if you ask me. I recently discovered your channel...subscribed and binge watching. I can’t tell you how much I enjoy your thoughtfulness in the design process as well as your unique humor. Top shelf stuff!

[@HumbleRoad]

Thank you Fred! And welcome to Humble Road. I appreciate your familiarity with the benefits of 8020. I have begun my second build, a Promaster, and the advantages and options afforded by 8020 are evident. I never thought I would use the words "afforded" and "8020" in the same sentence!