Bed setups in sprinter/cargo vans

[TSXpress2015]

Do you have a permanent bed area, or do you break out a mattress/air-bed/cot? In my sprinter I have a twin mattress I can throw on the floor, but most of the time I sleep on the passenger seat. I have a sleeping bag stuffed with a 4 inch king size foam topper folded the long way in it. I'm looking to build something that folds down, and would like some input on how to hinge it and hang it.

Any pictures of your setup, or better ideas would be greatly appreciated.

 

[DollarSign]

There's plenty of pics under the Truck Talk Fourm. Look at the very top that's says Cargo Van Threads. Should be all that you need right there.

 

[TSXpress2015]

Thanks!!

 

[DollarSign]

You use to be able to find pics of cargo van bed pretty quick. Trying to find something for yea.

 

[DollarSign]

Something on the wall. Check out Blazin BellTech.com

 

[TSXpress2015]

I like that, and $570 is worth it to me(plus the $78 mounting bracket). Thanks again!!

 

[DollarSign]

Keep looking around. Someone will come on here and tell you where to find more pics. There on here.

 

[xiggi]

I'll take a couple of mine later after I wake up.

 

[Moot]

Here's a recent thread: https://www.expeditersonline.com/forums/threads/transit-sleeper.69603/

 

[Moot]

Here's an older thread: https://www.expeditersonline.com/forums/threads/cargo-van-sleeper-photos.40663/#post-353926

 

[LDB]

I used a recliner from Camping World. It had a one inch thick memory foam layer and was very comfortable. It folded up to fit easily in my personal space even with 2 skids on board. I could recline so my head was directly beneath my Fantastic Fan. I have to sleep reclined not flat like a bed or cot so it worked great. Good luck with your project.

 

[xiggi]

I first screwed a piece of 3/4 ply to the wall that ran all the way to the floor. I screwed attached the bed to that using 4 heavy 4 inch hinges. My thinking is the van metal isn't supporting the entire weight it also transfers weight to the floor. I weigh about 210 the one full length drop down legs is plenty of support. I probably should have used 1/2 inch on the support leg rather than 3/8 it did tend to warp over time. I should have used some cutouts in the bed frame to lighten it.

 

[Perioodic]

Start of my bed

https://www.expeditersonline.com/forums/index.php?threads/Start-of-my-bed.68724/


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[alexmj616]

Here's my setup..

 

[scottm4211]

I used a recliner from Camping World. It had a one inch thick memory foam layer and was very comfortable. It folded up to fit easily in my personal space even with 2 skids on board. I could recline so my head was directly beneath my Fantastic Fan. I have to sleep reclined not flat like a bed or cot so it worked great. Good luck with your project.

Vertigo or just preference?

 

[LDB]

I have a hiatal hernia that can cause reflux problems if I lay flat.

 

[RoadTime]

I would love to have a fold up bed. But I really don't have any wall space available with my set up.

So I use this cot with 6 inch memory foam. Been very happy with it.
Also, nice to still have the ability to move it around to accommodate freight.

Amazon.com: GigaTent Durango Military Cot: Sports & Outdoors

 

[T270_Dreamin]

My set up is a ikea twin mattress that goes over the wheel well when not in use

 

[TXtapman]

Check out my thread on truck talk, Mobile Installer

 

[xiggi]

Check out my thread on truck talk, Mobile Installer

Your being kind of spammy for your first few posts.