Trifold Bed for Van Project

[@pizzalady55]

What a clever idea to make a new groove in a shorn screw. You go girl!

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!

[@TheDisturbism]

Fantastic! First rock and roll bed I've seen using heavy duty drawer slides. Very smart.

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!

[@utubemouse]

Thanks for sharing your fun projects!!!

[@CysCorner]

Thanks for watching!

[@sambothebold]

Good job ladies 👍

[@CysCorner]

Thank you!

[@SawdustmakerLori]

You two did a GREAT job on that. You make a terrific team! It turned out so nice. I'm sure Faye will get lots of enjoyment out of using it!

[@CysCorner]

We do make a pretty good team, I agree!!! Thanks Lori!!!

[@ppritchard0194]

THIS! This is exactly what I want for my new van I pick up tomorrow! Thank you guys! The van looks incredible!

[@CysCorner]

Awesome!!!! Have fun modifying!!!

[@humberger2011]

Thanks for sharing your great step by step how to video. Awesome job! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@CysCorner]

Thank you so much!

[@RedBatteryHead]

Great job, ladies.

[@CysCorner]

Thank you!

[@rebelartstudio3730]

Awesome video. Wish I had my tools still id whip something up like this maybe with seat more towards front cuz I'm in a minivan for Stealth look.

[@CysCorner]

😂

[@marianfrances4959]

I just bought a similar tri-fold mattress. Love this bed build. Good job ladies!! 👍😎🇨🇦

[@CysCorner]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@jenny3244]

Fantastic video. I have watched dozens of bed builds and yours is one of the best. Thanks! I was going to do a sideways pull out bed but dreaded losing the use of one of my sliding doors. Now I don’t have to. My 2013 ford transit connect xlt is also my regular car.

[@CysCorner]

Thank you 😊 Have fun with the build and I'm glad it will work for you!

[@jpodolski6078]

Great job ladies ! Congratulations!

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!

[@briansworkshop01]

Great video thanks for sharing your time and skill ☕☕👍👍🇬🇧

[@CysCorner]

Thanks for watching and the comment Brian!

[@Ms.Frankenbuilder]

love Duelex, he does awesome work. You two did a great job.

[@CysCorner]

Thank you! He is very awesome!

[@salr1686]

Nice job you two. Your ideas really improved the space. Very clever

[@CysCorner]

Thanks, it was all Faye's idea!

[@adiq6360]

Thank you! Lots of great inspirations. I have no carpentry skills and a folding bed platform is going to be my first project ever for my NV200:)

[@CysCorner]

Wow! Have fun! Remember that sometimes along the way you'll have to modify, don't let that get you down! This will be an awesome first project!

[@smisplacedalaskan1762]

The "dream" team did an amazing job. Love the new build.

[@CysCorner]

😊👍 thanks!

[@fayestrudler8258]

Cy! Great editing! Made me more graceful than I am! I had so much fun doing this with you! Looking forward to more fun projects! 😊💕

[@CysCorner]

Hey Faye! We did it!!! I had a blast too!!! Yes, more projects!!!! Yay!

[@xxBreakxxAwayxx3]

Faye, you are the cutest! I am so excited for your setup and all the fun adventures you'll have!! I loved watching you and Cy work together. Your enthusiasm and joy is so contagious! The silly faces you make are my favorite by far. Thank you both for your work and for sharing it with us!!!!

Thanks for that. My wife and I are planning to rebuild in a similar way. Since now you have experience with that setup. What are the pros and cons about this?

[@fayestrudler8258]

@ I’ve used it off and on since the build. The main thing is needing to be fairly level otherwise it can be a little difficult to put back in the couch formation. I will also be adjusting my storage box at some point as it’s a great bed stabilizer and extra seat when chilling, but because the wood swells, depending on the weather, it gets too tight for the bed to slide over, (I have to manhandle the bed to force it) so I need to sand down the lid. I love being able to pull it out when I need a bed wherever I am. I’m also happy to have in couch formation so I can work on the road and have the ability to stretch out my legs. It’s also good because it’s my everyday vehicle so the extra floor space is great when I need to move stuff for my job etc.

[@MRrwmac]

Very nice work Ladies!

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!!!

[@nikola1209]

thank you so much for this great idea and for guiding us through all phases of it! Great work! :)

[@CysCorner]

Hey thanks! I'm glad it was helpful!

[@advocateforsuccess7707]

Great Jon ladies!

[@CysCorner]

Thank you!

[@Kadeedid1967]

Nice job ladies. I feel more confident about doing this myself.

[@CysCorner]

Yay! I'm glad we boosted your confidence!

[@mellanieb2416]

What a super and innovative project.. Looked like a lot of fun commradery to design and build too!! Great little camper! Way to go you two! Mel Boone

[@CysCorner]

Thank you very much Mellerz!!!!

[@pobo6113]

Congratulations on a very nice build. I love the bed and am looking for something similar to make. 👍

[@CysCorner]

Thank you and have fun building yours!

[@ThePark-MVT]

Love this bed, glad I found your channel, exactly what I need to build.

[@CysCorner]

Yay! Faye says it works great! I hope your build goes well for you and that you love it!

[@nevv8581]

Great job ladies!

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!!!!

[@georgeschlachter7281]

Excellent job, I have built a couple SUV myself, always like the idea of folding bed as you still have room to sit. I end up overthinking and overdesigning stuff that in the end doesn't work the way I envisioned it. So I give you a big thumbs up on a build that actually works.

[@CysCorner]

Thanks! It was nice to have another video to reference to for the build, that helped immensely! And I am happy that the modifications we made worked! Koodos to you for building SUVs, its challenging!

[@marthapotter8283]

Nice work ladies!

[@CysCorner]

Thank you :)

[@Somebodysomewheresometime]

Oh my goodness- you ladies just lit my fire lol!! I’m excited to start!! Tysm!

[@CysCorner]

Yay! I'm glad! Have fun!!! And I like your handle/name thingy!!!!

[@caspianofnarnia]

Great build Cy and Faye

[@CysCorner]

Thank you :)

[@Kkuts37]

What a great job, you two! Looks awesome! Safe travels, Faye!!!!

[@CysCorner]

Thanks so much! We were super happy it worked!!!

[@jameswinter9246]

Looks like you are ready to start a van conversion biz. Great job.!

[@CysCorner]

Ooooh, not sure if I'm up to that challenge but this little job was fun!

[@jerroddooley374]

Wow, I love your genuine happiness. You seem like the life of a crowd kind of person. New subscriber here.

[@CysCorner]

:) thank you. Believe it or not I am mostly introverted!!!

[@jerroddooley374]

Oh I’m definitely an introvert as well. But I’m also a people person. I don’t understand how that’s possible but I’m living proof. Lol

[@1davidtech]

Great Idea!

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!

[@mattgibson6426]

very cool ladies!

[@CysCorner]

Thanks so much!

[@mscox1059]

Nice job. Well done.

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!

[@regulardude2011]

Very cool!

[@CysCorner]

Thanks 😊

[@KittyLover1971]

That is awesome!

[@CysCorner]

Thank you!

[@katreilly3094]

I built one a year ago and I never thought about cutting out little section so it will weigh less.... I was thinking about changing my bed build and now I'm considering just editing the design a bit

[@CysCorner]

Editing it may be a lot less headache than a total new build, unless you're wanting something different! It's nice to change things up if you want!

[@soup.p]

Wow this is nice! ❤ Wish I knew how to build!

[@CysCorner]

Thanks! If I can learn it you sure can!

[@alexk.6530]

Clever and relatively simple design. Thanks a lot for sharing your trifold bed design ❤I may implement this idea for my new minivan conversion.

[@CysCorner]

Thank you :) I am passing along what I found on youtube, it sure helped Faye and I, I am happy that this video will help you with your conversion! Have fun!

[@ManBikeSwag]

good stuff, It's great to see girls having a go at what is usually considered man's work. Working with your hands is very rewarding!

[@CysCorner]

Thank you, yes it is very rewarding!

[@ManBikeSwag]

@@CysCorner I'm building one myself at the moment. I have a similar mattress that fold the same way and I'm finding 3 equal length bed folds doesn't work to well, especially for the end mattress over the sliders This is because of the extra thickness of the mattress when in seat mode. Looking at your construction It looks like you might have added extra length for this same reason later on.

[@CysCorner]

@@ManBikeSwag For Faye the thickness was okay since she is short! It is her van so it all worked well for her. If it was mine I would have had to modify it since I am 6 ft tall and my head would be hitting the roof. 😂 Sounds like you were able to modify successfully?!

[@patrickvernon4766]

Great job ladies

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!!!!

[@TheBeerbelly007]

Nice job ladies---

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!!!

[@adamw4469]

You two are awesome. I was looking for ideas for a tri-fold bed for a teardrop camper where the bed needs to be oriented the long way. I think something inspired by this will do the trick!

[@CysCorner]

Thank you! Great! Wishing success on your project!

[@november8039]

This is awesome!

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!

[@KittyLover1971]

You two did such a great job!! This design would be perfect for my Grand Caravan! I will be definitely using this if you don't mind.

[@CysCorner]

Don't mind at all! Have fun with the build!!!

[@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath]

I guess you missed the part where they were nice enough to give a credit for the design to the person they copied it from

[@ontheroadwithtenzin]

Love it.

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!

[@williedrogers6046]

DuelX is the go to for Van Life

[@CysCorner]

He is!

[@gymchick416]

really love this bed/couch solution for space! Any chance there is video or pictures of it in use with a mattress?

[@CysCorner]

Somewhere towards the end we show it with the mattress and fold it up and open it. 👍

[@charging99]

Question. What size holes did you drill to cut-out plywood holes for ventilation

[@CysCorner]

I don't remember, it was a hole large enough so the saw blade could fit into it....

[@jodirec32]

Hi love your video what length of sliders did you ladies use? I want to something similar been watching both DualEx and your but can’t tell the size they are. I am assuming it’s the size of box built?

[@CysCorner]

I recently added a link for the sliders that were used!

[@jamesstufano1504]

Nice work!

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!

[@deannaJesusIsLord]

Do I detect a Minnesota (or Dakota's) accent? Love it! (I grew up in Minnesota). Thanks for the great video. We are considering doing something like this. Very helpful.

[@CysCorner]

Wow! Every once in a while someone will ask me this. I was born in Minnesota but only lived there until I was 6. My Dad lived there a long time so I must have picked up his accent slightly. Thats sooo funny! Good ear! And have fun making your project!!! Oh and amen! Jesus is Lord indeed!!!

[@johnjones8112]

Cool video!

[@CysCorner]

Thank you 😊

[@paullabarbera1829]

I have the same van and would like to know more about that ladder? Would be great if I had something small to store that could get me up to my rooftop cargo box .

[@CysCorner]

I don't know anything about the ladder, Faye said the ladder came with the van when she bought it, sorry!

[@paullabarbera1829]

Ok thanks. Would the ladder have any manufacturer name or anything on it I could look up?

[@CysCorner]

@@paullabarbera1829 I asked Faye, she said it is called a Rhino-Rack, it is printed on the ladder. I hope that helps!

[@christinestratton6883]

Is there a measurement guide for each hinged panel of the bed? Does the base panel have to equal the two folding up right parts?

[@CysCorner]

Hello, there is no measurement guide, we made it the size we wanted it and kind of winged it. As for the base being equal to the folding part, if I understand what you're asking I would think it wouldn't really be that critical. As long as the sliders have enough wood mount to. Good luck.

[@BelindaTOV]

I like this idea…🇨🇦👩🏽👍🏽

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!

[@samc1056]

Do you mind sharing the link for the heavy duty slider? Thanks!

[@CysCorner]

I think it is in the description box of the video. I'll go check.

[@CysCorner]

No link in the box so let me ask Faye about them!

[@CysCorner]

Here is the link! www.amazon.com/VEVOR-Drawer-Slides-Lock-Pair/dp/B09R7CGLJV?pd_rd_w=KsvoF&content-id=amzn1.sym.b854a5c2-4475-41f8-a6d4-df92b2868104&pf_rd_p=b854a5c2-4475-41f8-a6d4-df92b2868104&pf_rd_r=ZWD2ARD060CN3VTZ6F8H&pd_rd_wg=BN67P&pd_rd_r=e278c288-a5e9-478c-98b4-ff7f3a372006&pd_rd_i=B09R7CGLJV&psc=1&ref_=pd_basp_bia_rpt_ba_s_2_sc

[@RebeccaTreeseed]

Nice.

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!

[@RadekandtheBush]

Great bed concept, but personally I would have definitely lowered the bed 2-3 inches. If any ceiling build-out gets done it might get uncomfortable sitting up. Neat and versatile nonetheless

[@CysCorner]

Thanks, It would be a challenge to modify the height.

[@blank7921]

How have the slides held up over time?

[@CysCorner]

I need to ask Faye, will do that and get back to you!

[@CysCorner]

I asked her! She said the slides are great, even with loads on them. The only trouble she's had is swelling of the wood with temperature changes. 👍

[@VanLifeCroatia]

Great! :) thanks

[@Woodden]

Very nice Cy :-)

[@CysCorner]

Thank you Dennis!

[@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath]

I would have designed this so it’s not necessary to attach the glides to the bed. One way to do that would’ve been to attach the glides to some aluminum angle and have the bed rest on the angle which is attached to the glides. I believe that would have the major advantage of allowing you to easily extend your bed without having to have the door open in the pouring rain, or straining your back trying to do it without the door open. If you do it without attaching the glides to the bed you can extend or retract each glide individually which could be done from within the van much more easily than trying to unlock both glides with the bed in the way. You could also ditch the glides and use something else that can be slid out at each end individually when needed to support the bed

[@CysCorner]

We made it like the video we watched since we had never made anything like this before.

[@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath]

@@CysCorner Understood, next time

[@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath]

That’s surprising that the trifold mattress that she already owned worked out so well for this project in this van that she already owned. For real? What was the mattress originally designed to use on?

[@CysCorner]

She bought the mattress specifically to fit the dimensions of the bed we made.

[@annevallance4726]

Brilliant, but working with power tools towards the body was making me extremely nervous 😮😮

[@CysCorner]

I hear ya!

[@HOWTOTALLYCOOLdotcom]

Please , where did you get the mattress?

[@CysCorner]

Hello! I had to ask Faye and she gave me this link! Here you go smile.amazon.com/foldable-mattress-portable-mattress-pad/dp/B07FJQ5BJQ?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1

[@vogangvlogs95]

❤ Thank you for sharing your project, great idea and this is what I need for my skoolie. Have a wonderful life.

[@CysCorner]

You have a wonderful life also!

[@skapunkoialternativeliving6522]

That looks good but that's too much work. I'm just a simple way of doing that. What's each of their own this 1B? I? Y.

[@oges74]

Great work ladies, love how the folding bed works

[@CysCorner]

Thanks! It's pretty cool!

[@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath]

I guess you missed the part where they said they were copying a design from another KZbinr so they don’t deserve credit for the design but they do deserve credit for doing the right thing and giving credit where it is due “not so humble road” would never do that.

[@oges74]

@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath I never said they came up with the design. I commended them on the work they did and that I liked the design of the bed and how it works.

[@daviddring8692]

I've seen few videos recently with home made rock & roll bed. Ive noticed that each one failed to mention that it most certainly isn't suitable as a travelling seat. It has to be metal bolted through floor & of course safety belts. You really need to put this on this video & future ones

[@pgprog]

Nice jog girls

[@CysCorner]

Thanks!!!

[@cnchen877]

oh oh 不OK hh~ that's nice work

[@CysCorner]

Thank you 😊

[@TheBoppa23]

1 John 3:17 Bless you Daughter

[@CysCorner]

:)

[@markyy3590]

great job, shame your view is into the van when seated though. It would be great to create something that gives a seat facing out too.

[@CysCorner]

Thanks and I bet that could be done!

[@jo-annewilkinson5663]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤❤❤

[@georgemoore4712]

👍🏽👏🏽👍🏽👏🏽👍🏽

[@OhHapppyDaay]

Cy? OMG!!! You are SO fun!!! Wanna be my friend? And help ME build one a doze tri-fold beds???? 🎉❤😂

[@CysCorner]

😂 sure!

[@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath]

I am assuming those 500 pound slides were pretty expensive and I know they’re very heavy and this is obviously a budget project so why didn’t you do this without using those? Anybody who’s been to a lot of antique or vintage furniture auctions has seen 1 million ways that dropleaf and other forms of extension tables accomplished the same thing at least 150 years before these heavy duty slides were invented.

[@CysCorner]

There is a link for the slides in the description box. They run for 80 bucks.

[@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath]

I would never use angle brackets or L brackets for anything but especially would never use what you call L brackets. They are very prone to bending and are underkill if you’re using 500 pound glides. A chain is only as strong as its weakest link and those 500 pound slides are not cheap and they’re not light so why use them and then cheap out using L brackets?

[@CysCorner]

We used the stuff we had, neither one of us do this on a regular basis. 👍

[@annevallance4726]

What would you suggest instead of L brackets?

[@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath]

Your goal was to make a bed that could fold up and become a seat but I think the goal was also to free up some floor space in the van when you’re not using the bed, no?

[@CysCorner]

Faye wanted a bed that would fold up, thats all I know 👍

[@fayestrudler8258]

Yes, I wanted to be able to have floor space when I’m not traveling for day to day needs like groceries and moving things for my job. 😊

[@baronj4210]

who said that woman must be in the kitchen

[@gethappycyclingcampingoutdoors]

Great job, I'm doing something similar but I'm cheating and using a futon bed frame. by the way you guys are fun ✌❤ to the World.

[@CysCorner]

Thanks! Using a futon frame sounds great!!! Have fun!