headscratching_draig Posted March 23 Author Share Posted March 23 Here you can see the tight fit into the recess prior to screw and glue to good existing surround. This will all be covered by a single sheet of 6mm ply which we are going to wood stain to an orange colour to match the cedar. This will be glued over all joints creating a single section to reattach the bed through. Initial plan is to either use a motorbike scissors platform to raise bed into place or 2 car jacks with a wooden box on top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headscratching_draig Posted March 24 Author Share Posted March 24 We stained the 6mm ply with wood dye to get it close to the original finish. The majority will be behind the bed curtain. The wall is now braced with plasterboard struts in preparation for reinstallation of the bed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headscratching_draig Posted March 24 Author Share Posted March 24 I have made up some A frames to take the majority of the bed weight while we fettle getting the plates into the correct position. Using new screws to mount the plate as the old ones had degraded. Until tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headscratching_draig Posted March 25 Author Share Posted March 25 Bed is back in! That was a very challenging project and we are delighted with the result. - It is a 3 person job - 3 x 2" or CLS is essential to use as a canterlever when taking down and putting back up. - to remove the frame take the following out in order: 1. Remove anything on dashboard. 2. Remove mirror from headlining & electrics. 3. Remove internal frames from window. 4. Remove headlining and twist out to store in back of van. 5. Remove blinds, and blind shelves covers. 6. Remove mattress. 7. Remove 13mm strut bolts. 8. Remove trailing arm 13mm bolts. 9. Remove 13mm dampner bolts. 10. Support frame and unscrew both sides. 11. Using seatbelt roof clip lower down using a rope. We put thick cable ties through as a lowering point. 12. The 3 x 2" supports the back of the bed and the whole frame bows towards the dashboard. We used an old duvet to rest her on. If you are reading this and tempted to have a go, it can be done. Good luck. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onecal Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 Hi Well done , Thanks for the feedback Regards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidmac Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 Hi, looks like you have done a good job! It looks like you are an expert so if I have a similar problem I’ll give you a visit 😄 Regards David 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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