Build looks fantastic! Time for a fancy van tour video with lots of drone shots and B roll for a lot of views! Seriously though it is a great van build and I loved following along since the beginning.
@@jmm1000 Hyey Jmm1000, 1) After the suspension install along with the larger tires, the van handles much better through long sweeping turns. Noticably less body roll and swaying movement in general. 2). Road noise is none existent but gas mileage has definitely been impacted by 3ga or so. 3) I'm not sure how the buildout total weight has impacted the tow capacity but I'm sure it has. I wouldn't want to tow anything larger than a small compact car at this point.
Hi Rich Love the way you built the bed. I am also in Bay Area, could you share where could I get the aluminum deck for the bed build and also approximate cost? Thanks.
Gosh your van is sweeet🤩 about how much have you invested in the build? I’m sure lots of sweat equity. Thank you so much for sharing. I will try to copy this for my build hopefully in the next couple years
Yess! I've been waiting for this update. It looks amazing. And I'm stealing many ideas from you for my own build, so thank you :D Question - how are you powering your AC stuff (microwave, 120v outlets) off of the Bluetti? I didn't see any plugs coming out of the AC outputs on the device.. or are they just not plugged in yet?
Where can I get aluminum plates like that for the murphy bed. I just made my bed today out of 8020 but I cant figure out how to make the actual platform
Hey Rich! Nice to see the progress with your van! It's got such a clean look. Can you remind us what you used for your wall material? We're just finishing our build but still need to finish our doors. Looks like the material you used is nice and thin and could maybe be a good option.
@@RichBuilt Looks great, Rich. I've been following along. No doubt, getting your great adventure in van building completed brings you joy. Question please, how did you attach the 1/4" wall panel sheet goods? Thanks - Be great! Perhaps see you down the road.
@@ibrandt Thank you! The wall panels are simply installed with dual lock commercial velcro at 12" or so on center. Some areas requiring more than others.
Good to see a video of yours again. The van looks great! Can you specify the cabinet hinges you used? It appears they attached directly to the 1010 8020 T-slot. Will those same hinges work for the upper cabinets?
Thanks Jeff - Yup I used the same hinges from the cambinets. You will still need to enlarge the opening for the bolt just slightly. I used a drill to do this but be careful of it binding and spining the hings in your hand. Try to use a vice or table clamps if you can.
@@RichBuilt Thanks for the info on the how. Did you specify those hinges in a different video? All my cabinets upper and lower are 1010 8020, so If I can I would prefer to avoid re-inventing the wheel. Good luck on the sale of your van! Thanks for the help!
Hey Rich, thanks for posting this update. I’ve also got a Ford Transit, a 2022 AWD Mid roof version and I’m also running power with a Bluetti AC 200. I am having intermittent troubles with the van’s sensors and the dealer has told me that’s because I am running my Bluetti off the 12V DC outlet. Have you noticed any sensor troubles when you charge your battery via the DC outlet?
That sounds like they don't know what they're talking about. I'm sure you've removed the AC200 and tested if it still has those issues? Anyways I never encountered those issues with mine.
@@RichBuiltHey Rich...further to my earlier question, I have followed your electrical plan and purchased the Bluetti AC200P for my Ford Transit build. I recharge the Bluetti battery via the 12V DC plug at the rear of the van. And, I have used this setup for the past year. However, I find that I can only recharge the battery at a rate of 100W and it isn't sufficient recharging for sustained usage over a 2-3 week vacation. As a result, I have had to deploy my portable solar panels nearly every day, while on vacation, to recharge the battery and I find this fairly annoying and time consuming. I am now contemplating using the Bluetti DC Charging Enhancer which provides up to 500W additional supply via the AC input on the Bluetti battery and by connecting the Charge Enhancer directly to my auxiliary van battery/alternator. I would rather have this reliable supply than continually deploy my portable solar panels. Have you had any supply constraints from your 12V DC setup or did you eventually find a better solution?
Looks great. You did a really nice job with your build. I am interested in the VC lift, but wondering how often does the front strut slam at full extension on rebound since the strut is sitting lower in the stroke with the lift?
Thank you - I've only experienced the suspension slam when I first installed it and went through a speed bump a bit fast. Other than that, it doesnt slam with normal driving conditions or trail riding.
Looks good man! I'm curious how the bed works and gets stowed away with the mattress on top. I'm assuming there will be a cushion for the bench as well?
Thanks Tyler - The mattress will need to be a removable 3-piece type. Two will go on the left side when folded while the other will remain on the side where the plumbing is. And Yes, cushions could be added at the bench area.
Did you replace the Amazing Auto swivel seats with another brand? If not, after a year's use, have they gotten easier to swivel? Congrats on your progress! Pretty exciting. I'll just be starting mine next month when the van I ordered 10/21 finally arrives.
Thank you and congrats on your upcoming build - I did not replace the amazing auto swivel seats. I'd say it only got slightly easier, but not by much. I figured this is the trade off since if it was loose it may rattle while driving.
Thanks for your reply. I really appreciate it. Far Out Ride did a review of 4 swivel seats and this one came in second after the scopema. Probably would have tied scopema if it weren't for the difficulty in swiveling the seat. I still can't justify the almost twice the price of one scopema seat. Maybe I'll wish I had but maybe by now AA has improved on their swivel. I'll do like you recommended and release the lever half way and swivel with 2 hands. Best wishes on your journey. 💚☮️
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We need an update now that youve traveled in it.....lets see a final walk thru!!!! Nice job!!!
I really like the contrast of the ceiling to the white cabinetry. Everything looks so clean, open, uncluttered, modern.
Build looks fantastic! Time for a fancy van tour video with lots of drone shots and B roll for a lot of views! Seriously though it is a great van build and I loved following along since the beginning.
LOL thank you
@@RichBuilt Rich - a couple things i may have missed: how does it handle? 2) how is it for road noise/over bumps, etc. 3) tow capacity?
@@jmm1000 Hyey Jmm1000, 1) After the suspension install along with the larger tires, the van handles much better through long sweeping turns. Noticably less body roll and swaying movement in general. 2). Road noise is none existent but gas mileage has definitely been impacted by 3ga or so. 3) I'm not sure how the buildout total weight has impacted the tow capacity but I'm sure it has. I wouldn't want to tow anything larger than a small compact car at this point.
What a project! Congrats on getting to the final push. Enjoy!
Thank you!!!
Very nice Rich! I like the tire carrier.
Nice work, thank you for your time and energy. Congrats!
Amazing detail! Thanks for sharing.
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Beautiful!
Great work.
Looks great!
Hi Rich Love the way you built the bed. I am also in Bay Area, could you share where could I get the aluminum deck for the bed build and also approximate cost? Thanks.
Gosh your van is sweeet🤩 about how much have you invested in the build? I’m sure lots of sweat equity. Thank you so much for sharing. I will try to copy this for my build hopefully in the next couple years
Thank you!
Yess! I've been waiting for this update. It looks amazing. And I'm stealing many ideas from you for my own build, so thank you :D
Question - how are you powering your AC stuff (microwave, 120v outlets) off of the Bluetti? I didn't see any plugs coming out of the AC outputs on the device.. or are they just not plugged in yet?
Thanks Dustin - Yes you're correct, I didn't plug them in yet, but they were all powered through the AC200P.
Awesome videos man!!! Question - where do you store your mattress when you lift the murphy bed?
Thank you, It would be a 3-piece mattress with one piece staying on the non-folding side.
Where can I get aluminum plates like that for the murphy bed. I just made my bed today out of 8020 but I cant figure out how to make the actual platform
Bro. I like it. Good shit ! Are you for hire ??
Hey Rich! Nice to see the progress with your van! It's got such a clean look. Can you remind us what you used for your wall material? We're just finishing our build but still need to finish our doors. Looks like the material you used is nice and thin and could maybe be a good option.
Thank you! I used 1/4" birch plywood painted white. Good luck on the rest of your build
@@RichBuilt Wow, doesn't even look like wood. Thanks!
what mattress are you running and how are you storing it when not in use? Very tastefully done!
Hi, I would have used a 3-peice mattress that could be folded up and away when the bed up. When not in use I would just keep it in the closet. :)
Congrats. Must feel amazing to be finished. What did you use for the wall panels?
Thanks Micah - 1/4" Birch Plywood
@@RichBuilt Looks great, Rich. I've been following along. No doubt, getting your great adventure in van building completed brings you joy. Question please, how did you attach the 1/4" wall panel sheet goods? Thanks - Be great! Perhaps see you down the road.
@@ibrandt Thank you! The wall panels are simply installed with dual lock commercial velcro at 12" or so on center. Some areas requiring more than others.
Good to see a video of yours again. The van looks great! Can you specify the cabinet hinges you used? It appears they attached directly to the 1010 8020 T-slot. Will those same hinges work for the upper cabinets?
Thanks Jeff - Yup I used the same hinges from the cambinets. You will still need to enlarge the opening for the bolt just slightly. I used a drill to do this but be careful of it binding and spining the hings in your hand. Try to use a vice or table clamps if you can.
@@RichBuilt Thanks for the info on the how. Did you specify those hinges in a different video? All my cabinets upper and lower are 1010 8020, so If I can I would prefer to avoid re-inventing the wheel. Good luck on the sale of your van! Thanks for the help!
@@jeffsteinmetz7188 No worries Jeff - check out the description, I've added it to the list.
@@RichBuilt Thank You!!!
Hey Rich, thanks for posting this update. I’ve also got a Ford Transit, a 2022 AWD Mid roof version and I’m also running power with a Bluetti AC 200. I am having intermittent troubles with the van’s sensors and the dealer has told me that’s because I am running my Bluetti off the 12V DC outlet. Have you noticed any sensor troubles when you charge your battery via the DC outlet?
That sounds like they don't know what they're talking about. I'm sure you've removed the AC200 and tested if it still has those issues? Anyways I never encountered those issues with mine.
@@RichBuilt yup I have those issues when I’ve removed the Bluetti, but with them being intermittent it’s hard to be certain…thanks for the feedback!
@@RichBuiltHey Rich...further to my earlier question, I have followed your electrical plan and purchased the Bluetti AC200P for my Ford Transit build. I recharge the Bluetti battery via the 12V DC plug at the rear of the van. And, I have used this setup for the past year. However, I find that I can only recharge the battery at a rate of 100W and it isn't sufficient recharging for sustained usage over a 2-3 week vacation. As a result, I have had to deploy my portable solar panels nearly every day, while on vacation, to recharge the battery and I find this fairly annoying and time consuming. I am now contemplating using the Bluetti DC Charging Enhancer which provides up to 500W additional supply via the AC input on the Bluetti battery and by connecting the Charge Enhancer directly to my auxiliary van battery/alternator. I would rather have this reliable supply than continually deploy my portable solar panels. Have you had any supply constraints from your 12V DC setup or did you eventually find a better solution?
Looks great. You did a really nice job with your build.
I am interested in the VC lift, but wondering how often does the front strut slam at full extension on rebound since the strut is sitting lower in the stroke with the lift?
Thank you - I've only experienced the suspension slam when I first installed it and went through a speed bump a bit fast. Other than that, it doesnt slam with normal driving conditions or trail riding.
Looks good man! I'm curious how the bed works and gets stowed away with the mattress on top. I'm assuming there will be a cushion for the bench as well?
Thanks Tyler - The mattress will need to be a removable 3-piece type. Two will go on the left side when folded while the other will remain on the side where the plumbing is. And Yes, cushions could be added at the bench area.
Did you replace the Amazing Auto swivel seats with another brand? If not, after a year's use, have they gotten easier to swivel?
Congrats on your progress! Pretty exciting. I'll just be starting mine next month when the van I ordered 10/21 finally arrives.
Thank you and congrats on your upcoming build - I did not replace the amazing auto swivel seats. I'd say it only got slightly easier, but not by much. I figured this is the trade off since if it was loose it may rattle while driving.
Thanks for your reply. I really appreciate it.
Far Out Ride did a review of 4 swivel seats and this one came in second after the scopema. Probably would have tied scopema if it weren't for the difficulty in swiveling the seat.
I still can't justify the almost twice the price of one scopema seat. Maybe I'll wish I had but maybe by now AA has improved on their swivel.
I'll do like you recommended and release the lever half way and swivel with 2 hands.
Best wishes on your journey. 💚☮️
Nice build! I like the layout! What brand of microwave did you use and would you buy it again?
Hey Kevin - thank you. I used a low watt microwave from IKEA for $70
What website did you use to sell your van?
what kind of hinge did you use on the bench?
I used a 1" piano hinge with a cabinet gas strut
Do you have enough space for your gears and living tools? I see most van become a mess after a year
My setup was partial and only used for adventures on weekend trips so it stayed neat and organized.
Is the tire carrier being sold yet? I couldn’t find it on the website.
Reach out to them directly, I don't think its formally avaible on their website yet.