Ford Transit Headliner Shelf 2021+ | Step-by-Step Tutorial for Van Build w/out Overhead Console

In the 19th video in our van build series, we finally tackled our headliner shelf. We have a 2021 Ford Transit and since we did not opt for the factory overhead storage console when we ordered it, we couldn't use the pre-fab kits that are on the market for our shelf. Instead we followed some advice we found online to DIY it by attaching custom shelf brackets to the inside & outside of the existing headliner, and are super happy with the result. Forum post that inspired us: https://www.fordtransitusaforum.com/t... Vancillary kit (if your van does have the built-in overhead console): https://amzn.to/3iWCkvm Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:48 - How to Detach Headliner 5:00 - Detaching the foam blocks 5:57 - Mount L-brackets 11:23 - Re-attach headliner 12:07 - Drill holes for spacers 13:28 - Aluminum spacers 14:53 - Install angled aluminum supports 19:07 - Create shelf template 19:23 - Cut plywood shelf & test fit 21:23 - Shelf measurements 22:35 - 1” support edge 23:18 - Wrap shelf in headliner fabric 25:43 - Install & final thoughts Follow along with us: IG: @brit.and.mike Blog: https://www.britandmike.com​ We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. Some links below may be affiliate links. -- VAN BUILD COMPONENTS -- TOOLS DeWalt Jig Saw: https://amzn.to/3sFaHLA Angle Grinder: https://amzn.to/3LxZmFO DeWalt Brad Nailer Kit: https://amzn.to/35Qtmg8 DeWalt Impact Driver + Hammer Drill Combo Kit: https://amzn.to/3KDvqXQ HEADLINER SHELF Headliner fabric: https://amzn.to/3LBP2fd 1" aluminum rod stock: https://www.grainger.com/category/raw... Angled aluminum bar: https://amzn.to/376emv0 FLOOR Minicell Foam Floor Insulation: https://www.ebay.com/itm/143658738772 Wood filler: https://amzn.to/3tsLI0l Automotive Door Rubber Seal Trim, 20 ft (around bunk windows) - https://amzn.to/3GBcJkR QuietWarmth 120V heated floor mat: https://amzn.to/3IniHa3 QuietWalk Underlayment: https://amzn.to/3Jt9MoP QuietWarmth Floor Sensor: https://amzn.to/3wm85FW QuietWarmth Thermostat: https://amzn.to/3ihHge2 CEILING Ceiling planks: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Design-Innov... Puck lights (four 4-packs): https://amzn.to/3zEycrz Wood Conditioner: https://amzn.to/368xW9r Wood Stain: https://amzn.to/3CDaUDH EXTERIOR Roof Rack: https://flatlinevanco.com/products/lo... Front Fairing: https://flatlinevanco.com/products/tr... Side Ladder: https://flatlinevanco.com/products/tr... Propane tank (12.2 gallon): https://amzn.to/32jc2Pq CLIMATE CONTROL CR Laurence VW1033 bunk windows: https://amzn.to/3rYqDde Kilmat (2 boxes of 36 sq ft): https://amzn.to/3CbG8jI MaxxFan Deluxe with Remote: https://amzn.to/3Ca7w1d 3M Thinsulate (60 in x 70 ft): https://amzn.to/3ymvGFM Fiskars Shears: https://amzn.to/31T6lXG 3M High Strength 90 Adhesive (3-4 cans): https://amzn.to/3yqQJac Dometic RTX 2000 A/C: https://www.vanlifeoutfitters.com/sto... ELECTRICAL 12V 3-way dimmer switch: https://amzn.to/3I2Y7w9 12V 3-way on/off switch: https://amzn.to/3GWL4eF On/off triple switch faceplate: https://amzn.to/3H2Z0na Shore power inlet: https://amzn.to/34fAzFB 8/3 AWG Triplex Marine Wire - 6 Feet (for shore power inlet): https://amzn.to/3qYW1q5 Solar entry gland: https://www.renogy.com/solar-double-c... Renogy 200W 12V solar panels: https://www.renogy.com/200-watt-12-vo... 100 pcs Male Female Spade Connectors: https://amzn.to/3f7nmRk Lever Nuts: https://amzn.to/3HSigob WFCO Distribution Center: https://amzn.to/330IVR7 Marine Grade 12/2 AWG Duplex Wire (200 ft for 12V outlets): https://amzn.to/3n9c9E4 Marine Grade 12/3 AWG Triplex Wire (100 ft for 120V outlets): https://amzn.to/3HTn8d1 2/0 AWG red cable (for BIM): https://amzn.to/36qrk6y FRAMING Rivet Nuts (M6, 150 pcs): https://amzn.to/331PwL6 WETOLS Rivet Nut Tool: https://amzn.to/3r1HbiD M6-1.0 x 35mm flat head screws: https://amzn.to/34unA2N Low-E Reflective Foam Core Insulation (60" x 40'): https://www.ebay.com/itm/132071677926 KITCHEN Dometic CFX-75DZW Dual Fridge/Freezer: https://amzn.to/330Ifv3 CAMERA GEAR - GoPro HERO 9 - https://amzn.to/3qgMHPC Joby GripTight ONE GP Stand (iPhone) - https://amzn.to/3lAOMB5​ Canon EOS M50 w/ EF-M 15-45mm IS STM Kit Lens - https://amzn.to/32G1aqY​ Rode VideoMicro mic - https://amzn.to/31Nl7gi​ JOBY GorillaPod - https://amzn.to/31IS79m​ LP-E12 camera batteries - https://amzn.to/34R3lL1​