How To Build The ULTIMATE Conversion Van
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We have a 2002 Econoline conversion van, I'm bookmarking this video so I can go back later and make these modifications when the economy crashes and I'm living in it down by the river.
Looks like your time has come.
It’s getting worse by the day
Yeah, how you doing man?
hows the river
Is that you Chris Farley?!
As a fan of custom vans, that one is pretty sweet. My only critique is that it has too many windows. Not enough room to have a huge airbrushed barbarian standing on a volcano fighting a dragon. LOL
Holding a naked woman
Custom blackout curtains with tapestry on the inside or maybe have a curtain rail running across the window?
@@isaacbaker4338 Or maybe a tapestry of a huge nordic barbarian fighting a dragon while holding a naked woman.
@@DzHarryNuttz That's done inside the van.
@@nixworld767 thats what I like to hear!
I want one of these vans so much. Either a Vandura or a G20, same stuff. but these vans always fascinated me from the looks of the exterior to how magnificent the interior looks. They just look so plush and comfortable.
Did you ever get your van? I have a g20
@@jackiepope1742 lol no I didn't. With gas prices the way they are right now I'm not getting one of those anytime soon. Plus it would be parked outside a lot. The garage won't be big enough to hold one of those. But someday when the time is right, money is right. But there's some other vehicles I wanna get my hands on first before I get time if those
Now I know why having the fire extinguisher was so important.
I certainly wouldn't trust the wiring setup. I don't think it can handle the load!
@@JustinDaniels what load? curents in this instalation are minimal.
For one thing, the heater...
@@JustinDaniels He also mentioned putting a 'portable AC' in there. That means it would be pulling its power through the $10 power strip in the rear overhead. Those strips are only meant to power TV's/DVD players/computers and such. The manual for most AC units will instruct you to plug DIRECTLY into an outlet because the manufacturers know most extension cords/power strips are crap. I have yet to see a 'portable' unit that pulls less than 800 watts, but more than one power strip melt down running high amperage loads.
A short can easily cause a fire before it trips the 30 to possibly 50A breaker at a camp site hookup. It's why RV manufacturers put in a second dedicated breaker box with breakers sized to the specific components they power. He has over 30ft of un-fused, and branched, power wire running from his 'hookup' and through his van.
Everyone wonders why manufactured RV's cost so much but never take into account that they have to comply with building codes for things like the 120V power systems(or crash testing, DOT regs on propane systems, etc).
I know, and I don't even think those power strips are designed to handle as much current as an AC draws.
You should put an ssd in your xbox for faster loading and better survivability while driving.
I remember these vans from back in the day. Always wanted one of these as a kid. I think the wood accents in this van is cool.
I had a 1974 GMC Rally STX van that I used as a Scout Van to haul Boy Scouts around in. It had a 350 V8 and a Rochester four barrel carburetor. I always had trouble with the points ignition, so I updated it to the HEI ignition. It was a really good running van after that. On one of the first campouts we went on the boys kept mooning other cars out the back window, so I built an entertainment center that sat between the front seats. I built a wooden box and put short nap automotive carpet on it. I installed a DVD deck in it along with speakers, an inverter and a tv. I wired it up so I could control the inverter and other functions with some toggle switches and relays. It worked wonders and kept the Troop entertained so they stopped mooning cars. It was a fun project and worked great. When I sold the van I kept the system I built and have used it in 3 other vans. I just bought a 2018 Chevrolet Express van and I’m planning on setting up a second battery with an isolator so I can run the system without killing the van’s main battery. It’s cool to see your set up, thanks for sharing
Nice work! I'd definitely recommend powering the inverter from a different battery than the starting battery. Cranking-style lead acid batteries typically don't last long under deep-cycle conditions, and you also wouldn't want to accidentally run your starting battery down while in the field.
The shore power connection is a great idea. You could even make an automatic transfer switch using a large relay, so as to automatically switch to shore power if it detects shore power, and then back to the inverter if the shore power is disconnected.
I would even suggest looking into lithium iron phosphate batteries if you do install a separate storage battery, as they have better energy density than lead-acid batteries and typically have a cycle life of 5000-7000 cycles. If you're willing to go even higher-end, you can even go with lithium-titanate batteries, which have a 10,000-20,000 cycle lifespan, albeit at lower voltage per cell.
I was going to suggest a separate battery as well. Adding to your info, there are companies (I think Painless Wiring is one of them) that make dual battery setups with an electronic solenoid isolator so with the key off the batteries are separated, allowing you to run your “house” battery as long as it will put out power and not have a draw on the engine battery. Then when you fire up the van, it automatically connects the “house” battery to the van system and the alternator will recharge both. May want to consider installing a higher output alternator to compensate. Another plus to this is if you leave something running accidentally and the engine battery dies, with the flip of a switch you can connect both batteries together and emergency start the van.
A suggestion for your Iowa winters would be put a better, weather-proof a/c plug at the shore/extension cord connection. Or have the ability to pull that plug inside so as not to catch all the road grime/salt where it would be protected. Great old van. Bulletproof drivetrain and comfort to boot. How do I know? I bought a new GMC conversion in 95 and daily drove it for 14 years and 160k, and 3 girls loved it. Chuck in NE Kansas
Dayum!!!
The best modification you can do to a vehicle, especially one you may camp in leave a dog in, etc, is to paint the roof white. It will dramatically reduce the temperature
Those 14-in rims are classic! It's a shame that everybody upgrades to 20's these days !(myself included) but you get so much better of a ride when you have a lot more rubber, low profile tires look good but don't ride smoothly!
14"?. I thought they came standard with 16".
You've got this thing pimped out! I like the white/tannish bead trim around the seats and such. Great work man, looks awesome
Why don't you do a fire truck on your channel
I just started saving up for one. Every single dollar I get is going into a lock box and not coming out until I’m 16.
Good luck buddy 👍
Good luck man!
How old are you now?
@Detective Cazanachas except for the mpg this van got huge space but its thirsty asf not a good daily driver bruh especially for a high school kid who doesnt have a job to fill everyday gas
I turned sixteen (on July 15th) and I’m going to start working as soon as the world’s problems are over with.
The '70s and '80s GM vans have the best body lines I've always thought. The TBI setups are so reliable, dependable and simple.
I put a 24" Samsung in my conversion. Smart view is awesome for the kids. Just mirrors the cellphone & they can watch anything on the net. My friends hook up their consoles for road trips.
WOW, I really love your van. I also have a 1992 GMC Vandura 3/4 ton that is so similar to yours that it's uncanny. Even all those silly wood panels on the dash, doors, throughout the headliner are virtually identical. Mine has the 350 with the TBI and it runs like a real champ. And you're right. It's very easy and pleasant to drive. It is somewhat top heavy because my van is a mobility van with the very heavy wheelchair lift and I've always got at least one of my parents' power chairs in the back. I like the way you wired in your accessories. That inspires me to do the same thing. Thanks for a great video.
Shaggin Wagon!!! I love conversion vans had one in my 20s . It was a blast! Great video buddy.
Awesome Van!👍👍. Wood was the way of the 90s Conversions!🤣 About 12yrs ago, I had a 94 Suburban that was also converted with wood accents, tube TVs, etc. I also “updated” it at the time. It was great to travel in but unfortunately I didn’t take any videos/pics of it... social media wasn’t really a “thing” back then lol.
Keep the awesome content coming! 👍❤️👍
P.S. I also had that exact same “mood lighting” running the length of the vehicle in the middle & both sides...I pulled it all out & converted it to LEDs...saves a lot of draw...⚡️
These vans are so damn nice to drive and even sleep in even if you're in those captain seats you can comfortably fall asleep in those
Love your vids! I just bought a 76 G10 that sat for 26 years in a barn, but only has 46k miles! Next to it, was a mid to late 50's Jaguar that hasn't run in at least 30 years. Covered in dust. Beautiful. As barn find as it gets. I'm going to buy it. I live in Wisconsin, and will buy you your weight in beer if you want to give it a try!
I've wanted a van forever. Like others have said, heat is a killer. Especially on the Xbox. Just something to be aware of since it's the #1 cause of console deaths.
Ok this is GOALS for me. This is exactly what I want. Ultimate road trip vehicle. Debating between passenger or previous conversion like yours. I want the back to be open for more carrying capacity for general goods. Leave the middle row with a custom 5 person table and swivel front seats. You have a awesome setup. Thank you for sharing.
You totally inspired me to do some things to my new used conversion van.. dope van!
Great build, came here from Mook's video on your trip. Well done, well thought out. Looking forward to seeing more adventures.
i remember taking a trip from North Alabama to New Smyrna beach Florida about 600 miles there and 600 back with my Grand Parents and Cousins in a chevy van exactly like this one, one of the best memory's i have with them. these vans are pretty reliable, roomy and comfortable.
Best van build by far. The purity of imagination. Everything you said hit home. Grew up with the G20 so I feel it. If there was an LS build for me it be right here though I'd do solar and everything else too. Dope vid!
We had a 1990s chevy astrovan. We got it to transport stuff to the farmers market since our gmc cargo van died. For a while it was also the family van. A few years ago, we were going to cape cod, and we were taking the van. Took a lot of convincing to get our dad to take us, but we got him to. At some point in the trip, maybe an hour along, the van started to overheat, and we had to go back home because the engine couldn't take it. Sold it a few months later because of that overheating problem got worse. It was sort of sad, I liked that van.
Do you run everything off the engine or Batteries when static? Ever think of adding Cheap Solor cells to the roof? I would add airbags in rear for added ride stablity, add on for over load.
You can add2 solar panels and and an inverter, if you wish.
I have an 84 g20 that I tricked out. Lowered the front end, built a bed in the back, led fireplace but shes worn out and good luck finding lower control arms for them. I've had her for 10yrs and shes ready to be retired. I'm gonna buy one something like you have. A high top. Cant wait to hit the highways during the summer in my new van!
I had a 87 Chevy conversion van and the girlfriend and her 4 kids loved it. Back seat made a nice bed and frig worked great. Her brother liked it to so I sold it to him. Still going.
i miss my vandura i wrapped it around a tree 12 years ago my favorite part was the switch in the side barn door that turned the back bench into a bed
I can admire all the work that went into your setup but I can't help but smile thinking about how simple my ecoflow river pro will make my van electrical 😁
We need to talk! I have a 91 chevy G30 and a River Pro as well. But I do need to do some of the wiring he has done for 110v and DC outlets in the back, and especially for the lights in the back. Or do you just move the river pro around all the time??? seriously need to know how to do this. Thank you for any help!
Your van conversion is 🔥 big inspiration
fanstatic video kevin i love trucks and vans like this always wanted one or have the chance to camp in one its one of the thingds on my bucket list lol and this van in such good shape not a dent rust or anything on it not a thing love the interior color really like the set up you have and the ideas you did or going to do in the future thumbs up and shared
Very nice van! And some of the similar concepts with power that I started on with my caravan. Pretty simple, pretty smart 👌
We use to run a custom van conversion company , all your wood trim , windows and furniture ,came from Indiana, creation windows , flex steel , Goshen seating , everything else built in house down to the patterns , jig saw , and table saws , and a router , fun days .
Hey! Just watched Mook's video on your Junkyard/Cave trip. Looked like you two had a great time.
Where can I find the video of this Chevy/GMC van junkyard?
Ha! We had one like this for our workshop to transport the heavier spare parts to
the sub-dealers. It was a 305 3-speed with a squeaking and rusting body but its
hauling capacities where famous at this time. A competiting Euro 1.5 ton was more
then the double price of the Chev. Basically crap and poor quality but it was FUN!
YOU found a decent camper. Nice!
I have a 93 Chevrolet van, I love it. It’s probably my favorite vehicle to drive cross country.
This is a cool van!! I need one of these for travel with our kids!
i daily a 1994 ford f-150 4x4 xlt regular cab short bed. it only has 108k miles and 5.0 and 5 speed. I plan on putting a power inverter and batteries with solar pannels in my tool box in my bed. I bought a tent that covers up the whole bed so me and my son can camp out in it. I like going overlanding and want to have power where ever i am and a sat phone and cb radio just in case. I love going out into the badlands and the salt flats to get away from ppl! Its a hobby that I picked up when the pandemic started. Gas was like $1 a gallon and I had all the time and money i wanted to go out and get the perfect 4x4 rig that i can rely on in the middle of nowhere. Its probally the most reliable model year of f150 they ever made according to google. so i love it plus i can get around 18mpg with it cuz i drive it like a tractor and shift by 2100 rpm’s.
out of all of the conversion van vids I have watched yours is genius
Great diggs there brother. The piping and interior are in really good shape for the age.
Nice van. Oak wood was very popular on conversion vans in the 90's. I used to see those vans everywhere back in the day.
I love this van. ❣️so much. I been looking for one for the longest time. Awesome score. 😊👍
I have access to this exact van already wired for both TV's lots of lights. I've seen windows added tovans but can you remove windows and add walls?
i cant stress enough how much i love you and your channel
Own a 93 g20, love my TBI 350 and 700r4
G20 vans are one of my favorite vehicles of all time. Them and the 69 camera pro touring. I can’t really choose between the two.
Dude, you’re far from done, you’ve gotta get more options in there. You need to build a lithium battery. Stack some Nissan Leaf models and get some solar. Drop that LS in there but run everything on the fan belt on electric motors so you’ll get 400 wheel, and a/c without the engine running. Get that independent k2500 front end diff for the 4x4 swap, and some Air springs. If you have an auxiliary air unit just pull the heat but keep the a/c and replace the heat with a diesel air heater. That way ultimate heating is built in.
Exterior:
4x 17” all black Helio he909.
Aluminum bumpers.
4x6 halo led headlamps.
Lose the 90s rv style decals.
Billet grill.
Interior:
4x Braum racing seats.
Replace the rug with rugged express van rug from bed rug.
Do a small base cabinet that fits a sink, and 5gal water can, heated with an element and on a dc pump to a shower faucet for a modular utility kitchenette.
(Could even go portable pop up shower tent like cyclecruza’s moto van build)
That kind of build would give you so much capability just lets your imagination run wild.
Ultimate build man.
Recently discovered your channel and love it! I always admired anyone with mechanical knowledge. Do you do reviews of vehicle of which one is the best or which one being made is good? I always hate buying a car and find out they have bad this or that part!
Honestly the best youtuber I've ever watched
I have a 1998 Dodge van but has been turn into a livable van and honestly its was way better than my GMC I had got a hundred and something thousand miles on it Dodge Ram got it for 1500 and I love it. Any van every vehicle will and has to be fixed sooner or later but this is the best thing I've ever invested in.
I had a 91 SIlverado that had that motor in it, bought it new and drove it 397000 miles with no major breakdowns....just replaced normal wear and tear items....best vehicle I ever owned
Clean install, ingenious solutions, all terrific. All that blue plush, though. Nothing says "lingering disco era" quite like a plushmobile. On the other hand, it was comfortable and durable -- as is obvious here -- so, as one who is all thumbs, they're all up for this one.
wow i loveeeee how ya got that all set up!!
Sorry to hear your weather report, the big hail "it's fine, everything is fine.....". That part made laugh! Parking under a bridge tonight?
The van of my dreams !
I love my 92 chevy choochoo custom conversion , yes very easy to work on .. very cool conversion Kev. solar and batteries and a diesel heater , i added with a playstation .
Honestly if I'd build one I'd go for a pre 97 4th gen Econoline 7.3 Diesel. Easy 4x4 conversion and I don't have to smog it in Cali. Which means I can tune the 7.3 to make powah!
Sure. It will pass everything but a gas station. Nothing like the smell and noise of burning diesel fumes while it's running. Ugh!!
@@houseofno
You do realize that older pre DEF deisels get better mpg than gas right? Especially when you get a less restricted exhaust and intake then tune it. And are you going to notice exhaust fumes while driving? No
A good idea for your inverter issue might be to find a wrecked small RV in a junkyard and if there is one left grab it up for your van. Usually the inverters in RVs are plenty large enough.
My '90 Chevy pickup w/ TBI 350 was bulletproof. Needed mid grade gas to not ping but 100% reliable and even got acceptable MPG. 10/10 would buy again.
This van is my favorite project on this channel
13:35 AC/DC power..... hell yes. Rock on brother 🤘 lol
Great Video once again buddy. I Love the Conversion Vans & have always wanted to do one and I Really like how you did everything on yours! Where are you located in Iowa? I Definitely hear ya with the Heat this week, I'am in SE Nebraska, 25-30min Southwest of Lincoln. Love all your vids, always happy when a J.D. Video pops up on the notifications. Keep it up Bud!
Watching this in Marshalltown and randomly came across this and happen to see Marshalltown on your TV 😂
Nice van. I'm rebuilding my 79 wide body trades maxi van! Less than 20k miles, no rust. High top. 360 engine!
Love the simplicity
Dodge and Ford long vans have a big rear overhang for better traction and turning radius, where the long chevy has a longer wheelbase for better ride at the expense of traction and turning radius. I have the Dodge.
Well done young man.
I’m looking for my next G20.
Very rugged, these vans can jump a curb, or jump over a RXR crossing. I recommend painting the roof white.
I've been wanting a van for so long!
Great video i recently bought a 1989 and wish i knew of a junkyard that had some near me so i could cabbage some parts as this is the first one i have had that that cupholder piece was attached TO the dash and when pulling the engine cover i heard a snap, busted that piece in the dash i can rig it i suppose but would sure like to scavenger some things for it. But gonna mini camper it soon as well.
Lovely job guys 👍
I had a 92 gmc van with 150k on it and it ran and drove pretty good. Got it for 500 bucks, it was rusty and didn’t have the back seats, so I threw a bed in it. It drove like a tank and sold it for 1200 without putting any work into it. I’d love to find one in good shape like yours.
nice van, beautiful '65 rambler next to it
What a beautiful setup.
Super awesome, quick questions:
Does the Xbox not overheat being in such a confined space?
Have you considered solar on the roof?
People can call me weird all they want but I love vans😂 especially the old ones
Nice work, how did you mount the front tv?
❤like your van make, I been looking for something similar with a good price. Dude super cool!
How do you recharge the trickle charger? And how do you pull news tv in, is there some sort of an antenna to pull in cable TV or internet?
Wow! You're a genius! I have a 1997 Hightop Ford E-150 Econoline!
Great setup..
Chris Farley would be proud lmao awesome build tho man you made me wanna get one to do something like this
Had an old 75 Chevy c20 camper top/high top, miss that ole van that 350ci could still smoke the tires, but the transmissions sucked went through 2 of em. Nice van their brother.
Looks good good video keep them coming 😀 👌
beauty reliability quality power and simplicity super car for off road driving
Gots a 92 g20. Just getting started on our build.
Ive watched this video a hundred times and it’s inspired me to hook my conversion van up too. It’s been a year since this video was made and I wonder how the owners and the nice van are doing? Great set up.
Well, if it wasn't a dang Chevy life would be better. Everything I did is still working great, but I will opt for heavier gauge wire next time around.... And a Ford
@@JunkyardDigs what's the Chevy doing??? That a Ford wouldn't do? ty!
That's a clean van!!!
So going back to that fuel injection, can you put a four barrel on the newer vortex 350 with spider injection? Without swapping the intake?Or can you only do that on throttle body injection?
Very nice job. Fantastic video....
I now at this moment want to do this because it is the perfect road trip van
good lookin van, I have a 1956 Reo Civil Defence Truck that I was going to make into a motorhome but its so complete i couldnt get myself to cut any on it
You had me at TV on the ceiling ;).
Does the built in audio system work, and does it have at least a CD or tape player? Also, does the dash air conditioner work?
Iv always wanted one of those Van's I'd do the same thing u did. Awesome
Kinda motivates me to get a retired school bus and do a slight RV conversion
I worked with the company that converted the van for 15years. We at one time were converting 200 of those a day.
Really nice van, but you should make a board to have all connected at the same time and switch automatically if you have external power or dc power...
Omg this is the closest that I've seen that matches mine so closely though mine is an 85 . I'm on my own so really it is just like I got it . I really wanted to convert it but doesn't seem to be in the cards for me . But hoping i can get a few tips that can make it a bit more doable for living in. Thanx for posting
PLEASE MAKE MORE VIDS ON THE F250 please I have been watching that series and I’ve fell in love with it please post another
Thanks. I've been looking at a Chevy and didn't know if it was better than the Ford.