8020 MASTER CLASS - Deep dive: how to use 8020 extruded aluminum in your van build

Where do you buy 8020? I go to all kinds of metal suppliers and never see it anywhere. Especially all these crazy profiles with smooth sides and radius.

This video is so good I liked it from both my google accounts. Well done, sir! This video is exceptional, thank you for walking through the decision process so wonderfully.

I like tapping center hole of profile and using end fasteners more than the surface mounted elbows and plates

Thank you for your video. This will be invaluable advice as I embark on my first project. I'm curious though, I noticed you don't use internal fasteners like anchors and end fasteners. Is there a reason for this?

George, can't thank you enough for your videos. Fantastic content and video production is top-notch. I've been a woodworker for 50 years, but I still pick up tips from you. You are a true master craftsman, my friend. Thanks so much for sharing your wealth of knowledge and experience with us.

hi...what size of t nuts and bolts did you used on thus project...can I use m8 t nuts on this material...tnx

awesome video thank you!!

Im a diy'er and just started learning about the near limitless options of extruded aluminium.

Do you recommend getting your 80/20 from a reputable distributer or can I get good quality aluminium from, say Amazon, or Ebay?

Well done sir 👏. You kinda remind me of my shop teacher from back in the day. Only class I liked and actually paid attention with interest 😅.

Getting ready for van 2 and more 80/20. Do you have the squares available for sale in a website somewhere? I'm interested in purchasing some. Thanks!

Too complicated! Just weld it. 10x faster & stronger.

vim and a few others have ball and hex bits that work perfect for this

Thanks HR, outstanding video! Great content and dare i say 'wisdom.' All very helpful and practical stuff. Thanks again

This is the best 80/20 tutorial I’ve seen from a man who builds killer vans 🏆

What a helpful video. Thank you so much for it. Best explanation if every heard. Much better than any teacher I know.

Hello from Sussex UK!

Do you have any templates we could use?

Did he say nippel?

Thanks for the thoughts . Need T-handle Allens in the arsenal as well!

Sir, you are a master craftsman. Thank you for taking the time to share your innovations and wisdom.

You use 80/20 1010 stock which is quite expensive. Other than size, can I use 2020 stock which is 20 mm x 20 mm but half the price and not made by 80/20?

Thank you!!

Thank you...

Good video for beginners. But the "t" nut is actually shaped like a "t", the nut has a line on it that shows the alignment of the "t". There are slide-in's that can go in before you put the ends on and there are drop-in's which can be installed if you forgot something before you put it together or you want to add something later. Drop-ins aren't as strong as slide ins or "t" nuts but should work for most people.

Hi George, I scrolled through your comments and see that you buy the 8020 direct from the company but my nearest distributor says you have to buy the fastening hardware individually, while I see Amazon sells some of what you use in quantity. So, my thought was to buy the hardware on Amazon if it was the same quality? Also, can you share what size bolts you prefer to use when fastening the 1010 to your angle iron along the sides? Thank you again!

Hi George, should I buy the extruded aluminum and hardware from Amazon or directly from an 8020 distributor? Amazon seems to carry the hardware you use with the exception of the 45-degree supports. The 8020 distributor only sells the fasteners individually. I just don't know if you think there's a big difference in quality etc. Thoughts? Thank you so much for all you do to educate us!

In places where the fasteners are visible, I use stainless steel fasteners; the silver screw heads give the structure a more finished appearance, less Frankenstein. What is a mini-me? Thanks for the video.

which profile is this? 1 inch or 30mm

Thanks for replying to my email! Love the videos! Super informative. Do you have a specific video tailored to the wood slat pivoting platform in this video at the 50 second marker? New subscriber right here! Cheers!

Maybe I missed it but why not use some of the in channel fasteners?

Do you sell those squares?

Great info 👍

Great video.

Do you have 1 video that shows a newbie the very basics of the 80/20 concept? e.g. not a deep dive, just a "here are how the fasteners fit the profiles and how they screw together" kind of video... maybe 2 minutes long. I have the simplest of needs (as in... What time is it?) and all these videos are essentially telling me how to build a watch.

Hi George!
Your videos are awesome like a quality of your builds!
Could you please tell in few words what sizes of 80/20 do you use for:
1)Shower walls carcass
2)top cupboards
3)kitchen unit frame(with work top)
4)and a bed frame?
Thanks for everything you share with us!

Insert your tool. Attatch a wobble. Connect your ratchet or, if need be, a ratchet with a stubby extension.

I stopped watching 3 minutes into the video when I heard you call a Ratchet a socket tool.

This looks fun!

I just don't understand why these companies who make this stuff aren't using TORX fasteners. Would take this system to the NEXT LEVEL!!!

thank you

i feel like i shouldn't be watching this for free

thank you

Great video, you’re a fantastic teacher, thanks!

Fantastic video as always George - i thought i had watched them all then went searching thought and found this one - A++

Hi Georg, your work with 8020 is close to perfection. I’m not sure if you work with Bosch or item, I’m building my bus with item , and there are nut’s with a little ball and a spring and on top they have a little Chanel they slide in the profile from the 8020 and I think with this ones you don’t need your little tool but it’s cool.

Do you have the diagram for the guide Ron created? I would like to create these using my CNC.

I started diving into my own 8020 van cabinet frames last week- thanks for all your tips. Question: have you ever had the fasteners loosen over time in a vehicle setting? I'm wondering about using lock-tight on the bolts. Also, I'm curious why you don't use 3360 or 3380 fasteners (for 15 series) instead of the 4302 corner brackets? They are both stronger and seem cleaner from an appearance standpoint. Thanks again