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  1. GoldCityGuy

    Roof Rack for High Top Van

    I do have usable rails I think but cant find a high enough extentions to clear the roof. I have checked with alumiminess.com but they do not make a rack to fit my roof, plus very pricey. I like the flexable panels as well but in Florida it is better to have the rack shading the roof to keep the...
  2. GoldCityGuy

    Roof Rack for High Top Van

    :huh:  :huh: I am a full time van dweller in Central Florida who is currently living in my Condo of a van, my Braun hightop E-350 econoline. I have taken this thing about 20k miles in the few years I have had it. I have configured the interior for full timing and am finally doing some finishing...
  3. GoldCityGuy

    If you could only buy 2 power tools for a fresh van conversion, what would they be?

    I built mine with a drop saw, a skilsaw and a power drill. Plywood cuts where a bit off but just used the straight side facing out then covering the rough side with trim.
  4. GoldCityGuy

    Sold the step van and now I have $3,500-$4,500 to buy a van with, HELP!!! Please (:

    I drive a 2001 e350 with 166xxx miles and it has never failed me. Parts are cheap and so is labor. I bought mine for 1500 from a bus company. It was maintained flawlessly and had brand new tires. You can always find someone selling a van cheap. Take your time and look at a few till you know what...
  5. GoldCityGuy

    Older foreign make vs. younger "Big Three"

    The Astro/Safari GM vans are solid. I would trust one of them if it looks like it was taken care of. If you like Japanese Toyota and Honda will run forever ''IF'' they are taken care of. Carfax is great and has saved me from buying a bad car before but is no replacement for a test drive and a...
  6. GoldCityGuy

    offroading a van or minivan

    Wow some of these replies. This is how I look for a vehicle. I will pick several that I like and would own. Then I will save my money. Then search for the best deal i could find. The narrower you make your choices, the more you are going to pay. That being said, your most capable off road van...
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