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Day 7 To install the A/C, I removed a section of the rib on the topper so it can sit flush. I then put the A/C in place, added some sealant underneath around the opening, then "clamped" the A/C down using the lower bracket and a couple pieces of wood for structure. The lower bracket and wood...

I may put some aftermarket wheels on it much later, for now the plan is to paint the existing ones. I like the look of them.

Just for fun, during some down time. Opinions?

Day 6. Seeing that I would need to do all interior sealing before the insulation is installed, I decided to install a 32" LED light bar now, instead of later. I would also need to finish the window blanks, mount the shore power jack, and install the A/C and vents during the same time. I...

A few more shots of the 3D mockup in-process: <a href=""><img src="" title="source: imgur.com" /></a> <a href=""><img src="" title="source: imgur.com" /></a> <a href=""><img src="https://i.imgur.com/tdKpIHN.png" title="source: imgur.com" /></a>

I started putting together a 3D model to help me plan the interior, and still have a long way to go on it.  I'm going to need to know ahead of time what is going to fit, and where, so I can properly place a few things that will need an outlet to or inlet from the exterior of the vehicle. <a...

Day 5. Now that I felt confident the rust was dealt with, it was time to start sealing things up from the outside moisture. I purchased some 2'x5' sheets of 18 gauge steel to cut out and use as window blanks, since I wanted to delete most of them from the living area. Using some construction...

Day 4. To help prevent more rusting on the inside, I wanted to make sure every bit of the corrosion was sealed in with primer made for heavy rust. Once the interior surface was clean, I removed all of the windows and inlets in the cargo area, and sealed all the openings with paper and tape...

Day 3.  Now that the loose surface rust was gone, I needed a way to treat the remainder. I used a vinegar/water solution and soaked it for a good amount of time, periodically rewetting it with more of the solution using a spray bottle so it wouldn't dry up while doing it's process. Following, I...

Day 2. After removing all the flooring, carpet, insulation, and framing, I found there was a lot of rust, and holes large enough to put your hand through. The first part of the process ended up being treatment of the interior rust and potential areas for leaks. I used a wire brush and wheel to...

Day 1. From my best guess, this camper at one time probably had some serious interior damage from use and/or leaks. The previous owner had done some renovation to turn it into a camper again, but I wasn't going to use any of it since my design for this van would be very different. I began the...

I found this van on Craigslist. It had a great high top, it was a Chevy, had double doors on the back for loading my bike in, and had a ton of character. I couldn't pass it up, so I bought it even though it had a seized motor. Replacing a motor didn't worry me too much, as I have rebuilt and...

Hello everyone! I just joined this forum a couple minutes ago. I've been living on the road in a 31' 1989 Itasca Sunflyer full time since last summer. Currently, I am in the process of replacing my motorhome by building a motovan/camper that I can live in.  <a href=""><img src="" title="source...