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Maximize Your Space: Installing the AVC B-Pillar Lagun Table Mount

Hey everybody, Matt here for AVC and welcome back to AVC Chronicles!

Today, we're installing one of our favorite accessories: the AVC B-Pillar Lagun Mount. This mount is a game-changer for adding a sturdy, versatile table to your van's front cab. It’s perfect for using your laptop, having a snack, or sharing a meal—and the best part is you can install it any point in your build, even if your camper is already finished!

 

What Comes in the Box?

Before we get to work, let's talk about the hardware.

We offer two versions of the B-Pillar mount:

  1. Classic Mount: For the traditional, four-bolt Lagun base. (This is the one we’re installing today).

  2. Slim Mount: For the newer, smaller Lagun slim base.

In the box with your AVC B-Pillar Mount (powder-coated black), you will receive:

  • M6 bolts to secure the mount to the van's factory riv nut inserts.

  • Stainless steel through-bolt hardware to attach your Lagun table base plate to our mount.

Important Note: The Lagun base plate, vertical arm, and tabletop are not included—you must purchase those as part of your Lagun table system.

 

Prep: Riv Nuts and Hardware

 

 

Passenger Side (The Easy Side)

 

Every Ford Transit we've worked on has threaded inserts in the B-pillar on the passenger side, making this a simple bolt-on project. We use M6 hardware to secure our mount.

 

Driver Side (The DIY Side)

 

If you want a matching table on the driver's side pillar, you will likely have to install riv nuts yourself.

  • The factory holes on the driver's side often accommodate an M8 riv nut, so you may need to source your own M8 bolts to match the hardware you use.

  • Pro Tip: Install these riv nuts before you install your wall kit or any interior panels, as getting your riv nut tool into the pillar afterward will be a pain!

 

Installation: From Plate to Pillar

It’s easiest to assemble the mounting plate before securing it to the van.

  1. Mating the Plates: Take your Lagun base plate and align it with the AVC B-Pillar mount. Drop the stainless steel through-bolts into the holes.

  2. Anti-Seize: Apply a dab of Loctite anti-seize to the stainless steel bolts to prevent galling as you tighten them, then secure them snugly.

Mounting to the B-Pillar

  1. Locate Inserts: The threaded inserts are located approximately 4 inches and 13 inches down from the center post of the door jam. Mark these spots on your upholstery.

  2. Expose the Holes: Use an awl, screwdriver, or utility knife to poke/cut through the fabric and find the threaded inserts underneath.

  1. Attach Mount: Use the M6 bolts and large washers provided to secure the mount to the pillar. Do not tighten them fully yet.

  2. Final Adjustment: We designed the holes with a little bit of play. For maximum stability, we recommend setting the mount low so it braces more tightly against the wide flange of the pillar. Once positioned, tighten both M6 bolts securely.

 

Designing and Attaching Your Tabletop

 

Now that the mount is installed, you can attach the vertical arm and clamp it into position. The next step is determining the best tabletop size for your build.

 

Sizing Your Table

We suggest cutting a piece of cardboard to test out different sizes and see what works best for your needs.

  1. Consider Use:

    • For a single person/work surface: A smaller table (e.g., 18" x 24") works well, offering enough space for a laptop, cup, and plate without getting in the way when you need to exit your seat.

    • For two people: A larger table (e.g., 20" x 30") might be necessary, but test the space to ensure it doesn't feel too tight.

  2. Consider Storage: Make sure the tabletop isn't too tall to easily slide behind your seat (or wherever you plan to store it).

Off-Centering the Mount

We recommend mounting the Lagun arm off-center on your tabletop. This gives you more configuration options, allowing you to rotate the table to push the surface further out into the van's aisle for more comfortable dining or working.

 

Attaching the Tabletop

For your actual tabletop, we recommend using a half-inch Baltic birch panel—it’s lightweight, strong, and won’t warp.

  • Hardware: Since a 3/4" screw is too long for 1/2" wood and a 1/2" screw is too short, we use a 5/8" pan-head screw.

  • Clean Look: Use a countersink drill bit to countersink the holes on the metal base plate so the screw heads sit flush.

 

The Bonus Feature: Table Storage

Once your table is assembled, there’s one more cool feature to check out:

  1. Storage Rib: The Lagun base plate has a small rib on the bottom edge.

  2. Storage Position: You can keep the vertical arm attached to the tabletop, slide the vertical arm onto this rib, and tighten the handles to keep the whole assembly secured in a low, out-of-the-way position.

If you want an even more secure solution, consider adding our AVC Table Latches. These 3D-printed latches, designed to lock the entire table and arm assembly securely to the floor or a cleat, are great for a rattle-free ride.

Your install is complete! If you want to pick up your own AVC B-Pillar Lagun Mount or our Table Latches, hit the links below! See you next time!

Get your AVC Lagun table bracket: Here

Get your Lagun table: Here

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