We're building out our first VAN! / Adventure Van Build Part 1: Demolition
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We're so excited to be starting a new rig build with you guys, and we're finally doing a a van! The dream that got this whole thing started!
Our van is a 2010 Ford e350 that we'll be converting into an adventure rig which sits somewhere between the RV and the Jeep in terms of room, capability, and longevity.
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Motorhome
- 2002 Fleetwood Fiesta 26-Q (27 ft.)
- 3x 100W Renogy Solar Panels (shrsl.com/33rlm)
- 40A Renogy Rover Charge Controller (shrsl.com/33rlo)
- 2x 110Ah AGM 12v batteries
- Renogy 500A Battery Monitor (shrsl.com/33rkj)
- Jackery 1000 w/ 100W Portable Solar Panel
- Our solar setup (panels, charge controller, cables, fuses) can be purchased as a kit from Renogy. (shrsl.com/33rls)
Local Transport
- RadRover 5 by Rad Power Bikes
- RadWagon 4 by Rad Power Bikes
- Sport Rider eBike Hitch rack by Hollywood Bike Racks
- Thule Yepp Maxi child bike seat
Internet Access
- T-Mobile unlimited iPad Plan w/ 20GB Hotspot
- 2x Unlimited Verizon mobile w/ Hotspots (30GB un-throttled, network management at 30+GB)
We currently live RV Life in a 40' 5th wheel but my next Rv for side adventures will be either a van or a truck camper. Leaning towards a Truck camper because I want 4wd and to be able to stand up (bad back lol). But I love a good van build. Cant wait to see what develops on yours. I defiantly think out of all the vans you looked at this was a great one to start with. Good Luck you all!
We're really happy with the van choice so far!
Honda Passport seat for Henry
This looks like some fun builds. Im gonna have to watch! You guys work so well together, nice! ❤LauraD
This is going to be exciting! Looking forward to the build!
I love my Ford 2004 Econowagon 350 XLT.
Your van is clean, solid and beautiful. I'm not a fan of white, but this one is well taken care of.
Full spare underneath...
Don't forget bathroom needs, and water and heat.
Water and heat are accounted for but we’re still deciding on our bathroom plan. We did 10 days in the Jeep with no toilet this winter and that was surprisingly easier than we expected, but this rig needs to get us 2-3 months for how we’ll use it, and I’m sure some… situations… will come up.
super nice, excited to see the build...I'm sure you both will make it look sweet !
Hello from NC! Just subscribed today.. I have the same van just a few years older and I'm in the process of doing the same thing you're doing.
I just got the bed done last week and I set the bottom of the bed frame 15" above the floor and made it where the rear air didn't interfere with the bed except for the duct piece going up. The only issue is that it makes it kinda tight above the bed. Especially if you're planning on sitting on the bedside.
I also purchased a center jumpseat out of an F350 that was converted to an ambulance. Im planning on mounting it sideways just behind the gas filler bump. It comes complete with the seatbelt and even has some storage compartments too.
Good luck with your build. I look forward to watching it all come together.
Welcome aboard! We’re debating that bed height and leaning toward less sleeping space and more storage space. We’ve spent many a night in a tent we can’t sit up in so the higher bed won’t bother us too much! Send us pics of your build on instagram! @wilderadventuresyt
excited for you guys love from the uk
Thanks for watching!
cant wait till you finish it good luck. cant want to see next video
Thanks for watching, we can't wait to finish it either!
New subscriber here. Love your videos
Thanks! - Paige
Too bad it's not just a little bit taller because I think you guys are going to end up wishing that you could stand up straight. That bending down constantly is going to be really hard and tiring on your young Backs.
We’re thinking of it more like a really fancy tent, plenty of standing room outside!