canuckcargo
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So here begins my conversion story.
I'm shooting for
- stealth (I will be spending alot of time in urban environments unfortunately)
- a comfortable bed
- insulated well enough to cut down on sound and be able to retain a little bit of heat
- a sink, fridge, cooking space and enough storage for a few extra toys possibly even a microwave.
-enough battery power to run appliances, charge electronics, run a fan and lighting.
- I'd also like to keep the weight to a minimum while still giving it a finished appearance.
I've given myself a budget of $5000
Let's see if I can do it
First step
Purchase the van
I managed to find myself a 1999 gmc express for $1800
The positive:
rebuilt engine
6'x11' bed
brand new tires
Stealthy
Comes with a bulkhead divider and roof rack
White in color to keep it cool in the summer
the negative:
Leaking coolant
Leaking oil pan
Needs new idler pulley and serpentine belt
250000 km
some body rust
I was careful not to pass by any playgrounds on the way to the car wash. :blush:
I'm shooting for
- stealth (I will be spending alot of time in urban environments unfortunately)
- a comfortable bed
- insulated well enough to cut down on sound and be able to retain a little bit of heat
- a sink, fridge, cooking space and enough storage for a few extra toys possibly even a microwave.
-enough battery power to run appliances, charge electronics, run a fan and lighting.
- I'd also like to keep the weight to a minimum while still giving it a finished appearance.
I've given myself a budget of $5000
Let's see if I can do it
First step
Purchase the van
I managed to find myself a 1999 gmc express for $1800
The positive:
rebuilt engine
6'x11' bed
brand new tires
Stealthy
Comes with a bulkhead divider and roof rack
White in color to keep it cool in the summer
the negative:
Leaking coolant
Leaking oil pan
Needs new idler pulley and serpentine belt
250000 km
some body rust
I was careful not to pass by any playgrounds on the way to the car wash. :blush: