BUILDING A UNISTRUT CAMPER VAN BED PLATFORM
9 April 2023 · 9 min · 57K views
What this video covers
Constructing a campervan bed platform using Unistrut provides a modular, high-strength alternative to wood or 8020 aluminum framing.0:23 To determine the platform height, measure the tallest point of the gear intended for storage underneath, such as mountain bikes.0:06 Cut Unistrut rails to length using a reciprocating saw and deburr the edges with a file.0:37 Fabricate 16-gauge steel gusset plates to connect the rails, drilling mounting holes with a drill press.1:13 Secure the frame components using spring nuts, bolts, lock washers, and washers, ensuring all connections receive Loctite during final assembly.1:31 Mount the completed frame to the van walls using L-track hardware and L-brackets.2:10 A headboard constructed from one-inch square tubing and half-inch birch plywood prevents items from falling behind the mattress.3:31 Fasten bed slats to the center Unistrut rail with T-nuts and bolts to prevent shifting during transit.6:04 Side shelves made from quarter-inch birch plywood provide additional storage and secure the mattress perimeter.7:04
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