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  1. RenataAllison

    Not exactly a mechanical issue but rather a consideration planing ahead.

    88 FORD E350 Cutaway Box Van with duel rear wheels and 7.5L 460 engine. 77k original miles. 1. Pretty sure that dropping a 38 gal fuel tank is neither easy nor cheap. Is it possible to still insulate the floor, install a sub floor but some how have an access panel that allows access to the...
  2. RenataAllison

    Women Only: Just bought a 88 Ford E350 box van and questions getting startedz

    I have named her Mathilda which means strength and battle. She is an 88 E350 box van with a 460 engine. 78,000 original miles with a peak/mom's attic large enough to hold a twin size mattress and access to the front cab. Rear entry is a roll up door. It has a pullout loading ramp. She needs...
  3. RenataAllison

    In the news... south Dakota #5

    Out of the top 10 states that people are moving to. http://www3.forbes.com/leadership/the-u-s-states-people-are-fleeing-and-the-ones-they-are-moving-to/16/ Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk
  4. RenataAllison

    88 E350 cutaway box van question about the fiberglass roof

    It has translucent yellow fiber glass that is currently not leaking and owner claims it has never leaked. 1. Is there any kind of sealant that will prevent leaks and prolong life of the fiberglass for years to come. 2. I plan on using polyiso for insulation. Is there any thing I can do from...
  5. RenataAllison

    Newbie fed up with apartments & roommates

    Cheaprvliving YouTube channel has inspired me. I am so grateful for all the detailed information and tips on builds. It makes me feel like I can do this, except for the electrical. That is above my pay grade. I am looking at a box van Thursday.  Late 80's low miles meticulously maintained, up...
  6. RenataAllison

    20' Box van conversion questions 1. Electrical 2. Mom's attic 3. Roll up back door

    The van I am going to look at Thursday has a mom's attic. It is 20' box van and has an access door to the cab. It has a rollup door in the back. I am not sure if it rolls up to a circle or if it goes up like a garage door. I know the key to success is to plan well before you start. So I need...
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