Wall Furring Strips w/Plus Nuts | Ram ProMaster DIY Van Build Series 7 | Van Life

In this video, I show how to installed furring strips to the walls of a van with plus nuts. This will provide a secure foundation to attach walls and cabinetry too while also leaving space for insulation and wires to run behind the walls.

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Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro
0:36 - Why You Should And Shouldn't Use Furring Strips
1:15 - Planning Furring Strips
1:46 - Goal 1: Saving Space
2:58 - Goal 2: Passing the Center Beams
3:34 - Goal 3: Alternative to Screwing Directly into My Van
4:19 - What Is a Plus Nut and Astro 1450 Tool?
5:25 - How to Install a Plus Nut with the Astro 1450 Tool
8:12 - What Size Plus Nuts You Need
9:58 - Removing Factory Installed Tie Downs
10:20 - Cutting Furring Strips
11:50 - Installing Horizontal Furring Strips with Machine Screws
16:26 - Installing Vertical Furring Strips with Pocket Holes & Wood Glue
18:13 - Closing

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