Doing a DIY van floor build or converting an old mom minivan like our 1992 Toyota Previa can be challenging. Inevitably, you will run into some problems along the way. That is why we put together a short video on some van floor mistakes you should avoid when you're working on the van floor of your minivan conversion. Or at least, we can shed some insight while you are going through your build with some minivan conversion ideas.
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9 Van Floor Mistakes to Avoid When Doing A DIY Van Floor Build
00:19 Minivan Conversion Floor Mistake 1- Don't Fill Any Unnecessary Holes
00:46 Minivan Conversion Floor Mistake 2- Don't Install Reflectix Around Wheel-Wells After Installing Floor
01:14 Minivan Conversion Floor Mistake 3- Don't Use Spray Adhesive With Expanding Spray Foam
01:47 Minivan Conversion Floor Mistake 4- Don't Under Measure
02:23 Minivan Conversion Floor Mistake 5- Don't Over Fancy/Complicate The Process
02:42 Minivan Conversion Floor Mistake 6- Don't Throw Out Anything Right Away
03:06 Minivan Conversion Floor Mistake 7- Don't Stress About The Gaps and Cracks
03:43 Minivan Conversion Floor Mistake 8- Don't Skimp On The Spray Adhesive
04:06 Minivan Conversion Floor Mistake 9- Don't Stress For Perfection
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