Recent content by BillTheCat

Since I will be enjoying many climates, I just want to ensure that over the years, this van doesn't incur problems down the road that could be prevented now while I'm putting it together. For a radiant heat barrier, would this be something like Reflectex glued to the side or just the polyiso...

Thank you for a warm welcome!!!! Really nothing for picts yet.  I got the flooring materials yesterday but it was too hot to do anything with them today (92!) My goals are: Natural as possible (no toxic chemicals of fumes, etc.) Long life -- no or few moisture problems as we'll be anywhere from...

What type of insulation would you recommend that would provide for an air flow between the skin and the inside walls that won't trap moisture and will allow for natural air flow to keep it dry between these two surfaces? Maybe I'm misunderstanding something but I read you need the ventilation...

Just got a Transit 250 and spent days reading all the "how to" articles across the net.  I got extremely confused rather quickly.  Do this -- don't do this.  Do that -- never do that.  .....  Then I found this forum.  Good articles with reasons to support the statements.  Thanks!!!

I really appreciate the input from Off Grid 24/7 regarding water vapor. I just got a Ford Transit 250 and am starting the work. After reading his comments on air flow, I'm considering a 1 inch gap from the bottom of the walls to the floor and, another gap at the top before the ceiling that I...