I love this design. Tons of storage with running water!! All he needs is an extendable faucet and boom! Shower! I think this is a much better use of space if comparing to your van since he has alot more counter space, cupboards and room for expansion even with the bed length ways. There's a dude on youtube: Dualex - video title: best camper conversion bed, which may be a more practical design for this layout, as the extended option simply slides out reducing the need to store the additional peices
@johnellebaker3725
4 жыл бұрын
John is a true craftsman, beautiful work. Mike has a great home.
@paulinedavis8734
4 жыл бұрын
John’s cabinetry is sweet and the expandable bed is ingenious!
@t1natr0n
4 жыл бұрын
I prefer a fixed bed but I would honestly use that side pocket where the wheel is to store the extended bed base and tuck the 2 extended bed tops to the side of his counter so that big space underneath the bed is completely free. Shared storage is going to end up having to shift other items you store under there in order to access the bed extensions and not using the storage underneath the bed would be a waste of space. The bed extension itself is really cool though. No moving parts to jam or need to be fixed in the future and no nails or screws required to assemble. I just think it needs a dedicated spot to store the bed extension unit itself.
@nailazion2600
4 жыл бұрын
Great video, Chrome thanks for sharing.... Friend John is a master craftsman... Thanks for the video...Hugs to Cruz...🦁🐶🦁🐶🦁🐶🦁
@gbryant261
4 жыл бұрын
But the big question, is it Cruz Approved?
@jamessherman7570
4 жыл бұрын
I just got my 2003 E350 long wheelbase I have been working on the inside for 3 weeks off and on it's not a professional build like John has.. I have been getting free cabinets and wood and bed.. I do have my bed setup length wise and sink on the cabinets at the end of the bed ... but I like the puzzle piece to make the bed bigger... thanks for sharing... love your tour videos.. Stay Weird Chrome and Cruz..
@mikeym.1461
4 жыл бұрын
Hey James , I tried my bed sideways in this E350 and its just not quite wide enough. Im only 5ft 9in. lengthwise is better especially in the extended version.
@karlwatts8391
4 жыл бұрын
tequila bar in the door, brilliant!
@KThom429
4 жыл бұрын
You can take the bed extensions and use them as tables outside the van.
@meredithheath5272
4 жыл бұрын
Great idea!
@rickcooper156
2 жыл бұрын
I Love going back and watching these older videos! I always learn something I didn't see the first I watched it! Thanks Chrome
@topaazmoons1
4 жыл бұрын
That is a nice build. :) With that layout he had the room to put in a bathroom if he wanted too. Love all the storage in there. I noticed that he didn't have any overhead storage. Makes it more open without it but he could always add it later on if he changes his mind.
@mikeym.1461
4 жыл бұрын
over head storage coming later on , I agree with you...
@vickyschoeneweis4036
4 жыл бұрын
I've been watching your videos for 2.5 years. Just got my van 2 days ago. It'll be at least another year before I'm free to start van living. She's on old girl, but only 112K miles on a 25 year old custom conversion van. She's retro and I'm having a great time exploring my new-to-me van. :)
@theresmore2learn516
4 жыл бұрын
May I ask, where did u find ur van? I live in PA, and I've seen nothing on CL.
@jongeddes09
3 жыл бұрын
@@theresmore2learn516 There's a lot of listings on Facebook Marketplace. It seems like a lot of people have transitioned there from Craigslist
@jocichon2922
4 жыл бұрын
How fun to meet a subscriber
@lynnstewart2326
4 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy I did my van that way. I really like being able to walk in through the side door and walk out the back door. Just feels like I have so much more room.
@lisamillerbuchert9447
4 жыл бұрын
I like yours more Chrome. The sideway bed allows the van to seem cozy
@cenedraleaheldra5275
4 жыл бұрын
Very very nice build, clever extendable bed frame. Love the door cupboard
@kateannkippy37
3 жыл бұрын
I AGREE...new floor new bed!! CRUZIE NEEDS A CUSTOM BED TOO!!! OFF THE FLOOR...WITH EDGES..SO HE DOES NOT FALL OUT over the rough terrain...
@eeezymoney
4 жыл бұрын
I dont know, having not been able to see either of your vans in person, I gotta say I like your bed better.
@keepupwithspeedy
3 жыл бұрын
I have been watching your videos and you are doing what I always dreamed of. Being in a wheelchair puts a damper on those plans though. I admire the life you are now living. It brings you closer to nature and allows you to see the world's true beauty. I love it and I have subscribed. Maybe I can enjoy the life through your eyes. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us all.
@jasonflt
4 жыл бұрын
i would love to see a lot more! of this style of van build outs J5 Customs should show off his complete builds for ideas and business results of his craftsmanship
@angelagill7735
4 жыл бұрын
Very nicely done.
@jacktracyvandolah9530
4 жыл бұрын
They did a beautiful job on his van! I love the floor! 💚 I do love the wood walls & ceiling. I like your bed across the back better personally. I also really like the fold up table on the door!
@BohoBlueVan
4 жыл бұрын
John installed a roof vent in my GMC safari. Great work! Thank u John!
@rayneday-trippin2554
4 жыл бұрын
Omg that is my setup without the fancy built cabinets . I put my bed long ways have the same alley way😁😎✌🚐
@stacynoble3909
4 жыл бұрын
Like a puzzle bed!! Cool 🚐🚐👍🏻👍🏻😀😀
@JustHeAndMe7733
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this van with us. I didn't feel guilty for you to snoop through your friend's van. 😉 I loved the bed setup. That bed extension is especially creative.
@laurakramer396
4 жыл бұрын
I like your build better Chrome. That is a gorgeous build, love the floor but I love your cabinetry. I thought of getting a daybed
@Redeemed7777
4 жыл бұрын
I have wondered how dusty and dirty those round circles could get overtime on Chromes... This build would be easier to clean or keep clean I would think???
@paulskystoneadventures
4 жыл бұрын
I have the same bed plan in my savana but it's on door hinges so it can flip up for hauling large loads if needed.
@gerimartinez8703
4 жыл бұрын
“5 ft11”,probably a little shorter.” Lol you crack me up Chrome✌🏼💋 Love you
@jannwebb
4 жыл бұрын
I put my bed across the back also. I put in a full size mattress that I had to shorten a few inches. I finally realized that I wasn’t needing all that bed, so I cut some of the mattress off to be about a twin. Get this pic - head is on driver’s side, feet in passenger side (ot vice-versa. But, now I have a storage area between the mattress and the back doors. Get it? The platform that used to hold the mattress now holds other things!
@blessedbeyond2118
4 жыл бұрын
J5 is very Talented love the build!!
@beckyelliott2871
4 жыл бұрын
When I get my van, I am aiming for an old miners’ cabin look. I got the idea from watching Bonanza, which showed many old miner or way stations and had a primitive simple look. I am also a member of the Gold Prospectors Assoc. of America and LDMA since 2014. I would have the coolest van at Camp!
@M.WinklerProductions
4 жыл бұрын
Man i love that curtain idea.
@bw0545
4 жыл бұрын
I like this but if I had the luxury of custom cabinets, every corner would be slightly rounded. Otherwise, beautiful build!
@rachelbeckingham4324
4 жыл бұрын
Great video. But missed seeing Cruse today.
@jalonenow
4 жыл бұрын
More great ideas for when I finally have my van. I saw an awesome credenza type wooden file cabinet with 12 drawers on FB. It would certainly do the job like his sink wall.
@jtwanderer6328
4 жыл бұрын
Cool, sleek! ....where would the fridge go? vented? easy to access? place for bucket?
@kodomotachi1
4 жыл бұрын
Bucket goes in the footwell by the co-pilot (aka, Cruz's) seat.
@GnatManAllinCoIronWorks
4 жыл бұрын
I think this is your best one yet.Amazing,yet simple build.....Love It. Thank you for sharing, and I'm sure this one is going to catch a few thousand hits right off the bat. Cheers Chrome!
@anneholden9908
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Crome! And thanks Mike! 😊
@kellikegg5263
4 жыл бұрын
Chrome. Please be safe with the impending tropical cyclone going into Canada. Love the videos and getting to travel with you and cruzie bear.
@kodomotachi1
4 жыл бұрын
Crome with van envy - cute!
@tkfordeful
4 жыл бұрын
The bed expansion piece is so genius!
@dandewar4874
4 жыл бұрын
Great execution of design and build with this van. The curtain rod track was a nice touch, I would have overlooked that detail when I build.
@nancysesson8190
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for being you
@hotsonaj
4 жыл бұрын
You should get the vinyl wood planks with adhesive backing so easy to install
@sposeso1202
4 жыл бұрын
Just so you know bro, were not all here to watch your wins. I mean that's what we want for you, but your trials and tribulations are experiences that we can learn from. Glad you didn't get it 💯 from the get go. You rock my man, keep Inspiring and thank you so much bro. All the best vibes I got heading atcha hope it hits ya like a bulldozer 👊
@raefonevah7171
4 жыл бұрын
Beds like Fords & Chevys....nice conversion.....but I like crossways like Chrom's van....Chrome...if it works....dont fix it! Wish we had a reasonable van builder in Florida. Great video!!
@petraleong
4 жыл бұрын
That flat pack bed extension is a interesting idea
@nanabettyg
4 жыл бұрын
I love the flexibility to expand the bed, but can you also use the bench outside? Or could you use the X base for a portable seat with another smaller seat? Overall beautiful build!
@katc7765
4 жыл бұрын
I'm late to the game. Just now seeing this build and I love it. The carpentry work is awesome!!
@LollyGaggler
4 жыл бұрын
Getting ready to build out my GMC this fall...I see ideas I will be using!
@kneadinghands
4 жыл бұрын
The box on the door - I was expecting it to be a shoe rack - Ikea uses shapes like that. But having a little cook table outside would be wonderful. On this build I noticed there isn't really a garage space...which makes me wonder if there won't be more cabinetry above the bed on the other side?
@heatherwilcox5852
4 жыл бұрын
I love this build.
@MommaMaeMae
3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful build. Amazed at the carpentry skills.
@rho1640
4 жыл бұрын
A small piece like the bed top would be grand to make a small table when you want one also just use one of the bases and that table topper
@jesseruiz708
4 жыл бұрын
Or at the least put them in the space between the fender wheel and cabinet vs under largest storage spot,,, or make attach to ceiling or make fit in back door skins and make doors to keep in... But the table thing could be like 3 in 1 " Jes-Se- Out-&-Into- The- Real " " Jes-Se- R- U- I- Z 👁" Jesse Ruiz
@love2laughful
4 жыл бұрын
Nice advice video, nice van build... build the van or living space to fit your lifestyle wherever possible , enjoy your day
@tildenchild2360
4 жыл бұрын
Could totally use that bed extension for an outside table
@shontaefranklin5610
4 жыл бұрын
Cool build. I am.6'3 and know I would have to have a bed go the long way.
@s.juliev.1415
4 жыл бұрын
And under the bed I like large storage accessable from top and side
@owl3144
4 жыл бұрын
Looks nice, but I prefer yours with the bed sideways and the overhead storage. Wouldn't want to have to put that bed together regularly!
@ExtraordinaryLiving
4 жыл бұрын
Yea, same here.
@mikeym.1461
4 жыл бұрын
more storage to come , its not done yet
@MrHSIE
4 жыл бұрын
Looks Great Mikey M. Well done. 😁👍
@mikeym.1461
4 жыл бұрын
@@MrHSIE its an in progress build but getting there , Cheers Steve !
@seashell4327
4 жыл бұрын
Owl, you've got a very positive attitude, that you'll be having that much sleep over company. 😄
@slowcarbgirl9627
4 жыл бұрын
Chicks like gray!
@Debbzvanventure
4 жыл бұрын
I almost did my bed that direction but didn’t want to do it and undo it every dang night. Beautiful work!!💚💚💚
@jocichon2922
4 жыл бұрын
I call that bed the puzzle bed intesting design he can have his roomy bed to move around and his usage of space now a van to be proud of
@edlaconia9064
4 жыл бұрын
I’ll have to go long ways with my bed I’m 6 foot 5 .the whole back of my mini van is a full size bed all storage in under bed.when I up grade to newer van I’ll still have to go long.thanks for sharing Chrome, give Cruz a scratch behind his ears for me brother👽👍
@abayamangali
4 жыл бұрын
Chrome your and Mike’s van are both sick 👍👍
@szwakyd
4 жыл бұрын
I mean this as a compliment- you have a Mickey Dolenz quality in your look and voice.
@jajakilla
4 жыл бұрын
I like the look of you guy's ceilings, but I'd want something lighter in color to brighten the space, since we don't have windows ☺
@s.juliev.1415
4 жыл бұрын
Nice built ... I prefer a flip up bed extension but that one can be used as an outside table...
@oregon3158
4 жыл бұрын
I’m gonna have to get my van and go see John. Awesome work!
@MarcosCouncil
2 жыл бұрын
Nice Van setup. I’m learning! I’m learning! Love this stuff
@davepalmetto
4 жыл бұрын
Have fun and take care and take it easy and enjoy it
@deevanlife4049
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome tips. Glad I decided to comeback, but sad I no longer have my minivan. Oh well! At least, I can plan better for my next one.
@jocichon2922
4 жыл бұрын
Camper van Kevin bought a curtain for that strip he added that keeps the light out and insulates as well and easy to wash with a pleasant design
@1robertmkelly
4 жыл бұрын
Really nice layout and craftsmanship. Lots of storage in the large cabinet.
@ginavagabond
4 жыл бұрын
love love love that layout!!
@Justmario262
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome ideas Chrome! I’m starting construction on my van next week I’ll be using a laminated wood floor I hope it’s durable.
@nanacorysgypsyvan2563
4 жыл бұрын
💕 Hi Chrome, the door boxes are great. I'd love what you have, but I love in the US. So the box on the door is a great idea.
@Endless_Skyway_Adventures
4 жыл бұрын
the bed extension can double as a bench outside and with a second set of cross pieces they could be a table for outside.....
@tonycole1540
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Chrome........love the videos, and Cruz. Keep on keeping on🤙
@KellerHouse2180
4 жыл бұрын
Love your van conversion video. When you do solo woman van homes. I am interested to know devices or set ups for people traveling alone for security. Thanks.
@1973Grejluder
4 жыл бұрын
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@melvinagresham7184
3 жыл бұрын
Yes that box on the door could be where you put your toilet bottle in there
@earthlingsartiticexpressio9562
4 жыл бұрын
Cool 😎 Ideas for the People 😉 tat have Van Rebuild Future Travels in Mind Coooool Dude.....
@susanolson3611
4 жыл бұрын
Cool, thanks
@jessijenks5455
3 жыл бұрын
Those are pretty neat buttons
@edlaconia9064
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome,I saw for a minute there Chrome you were thinking damn I want this van! No Brother you already got one, But damn I want this van🤣👍
@leabelcher9792
4 жыл бұрын
loved some of the ideas, its all about what you need and what works for you. Would love to see it all set up
@angelereynolds2122
4 жыл бұрын
The bed extension could easily be taken outside to be used as a bench or table in a pinch.
@micahhardman3183
4 жыл бұрын
I have the Rest of my Life to Prepare myself for the Lifestyle" What an awesome way to end the day!! Cold Pale Ale right next to the water...🏞🏞🌲🌲🌲🤙
@SuperFreddy1965
4 жыл бұрын
You could also use the bed extension as an out-door table.
@Officialshayne
4 жыл бұрын
Love the van mod vids! I like your layout better though!
@rangerider51
4 жыл бұрын
That’s really cool but darn I’m an American and this pandemic is keeping me south of the border and can’t get John to do my van like that.lol.
@bevtrue6937
4 жыл бұрын
Great set up. Thanks for the tour.
@TheHighAngler
4 жыл бұрын
That bed idea is the bomb! I'm 6'2" and need it length wise. Is there any plans or templates for this including the extensions?
@kaykrochet9099
4 жыл бұрын
Just put the door table/stove storage on my list
@Grimes60
4 жыл бұрын
With a high top, perfection 😃
@davejuergens294
4 жыл бұрын
I must say for Chrome I think he needs a Ford Sportsmobile 4x4 hightop, I know i do!
@ItsMeNanaD71
4 жыл бұрын
Great ideas! I'd like to see it finished & moved into. You just need to implement some ideas into yours & you've got it all. John has great creativity.
@4yellowwolf
4 жыл бұрын
Still wish John was in Cali 🎈😃🎈
@junegraham5753
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this, getting great ideas for my van before I hit the road.
@windwolf3758
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video brother! Great ideas for sure...
@ChillyDunk
4 жыл бұрын
Nice cabinetry work there! Interesting on how to put away the bed extension, will have to open the back doors up to slide them away?
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