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Looks like a good start. Check out Advrider for lots of solutions. https://www.advrider.com/f/threads/tying-a-duffel-bag-to-the-back-of-the-bike.672932/page-2 https://www.advrider.com/f/threads/easiest-safest-way-to-mount-a-duffle.1507116/ Don't forget the Action Packer...

Rok Straps will be good for a 30 liter duffle bag on the back. Maybe some heat protection needed for your muffler if rubbing. Add a tank bag or a backpack and be good. No bungees on a bike ever, as they will take your eyeball out; don't ask me how I know...

Chevy Express AWD 1500

https://forum.expeditionportal.com/threads/gm-fullsize-awd-van-info-thread.137390/post-2982674 Check my post for Bilstein shock models for rear used with Suburban spring pack.

I'd recommend getting a used tire to run with the three existing tires and then get 4 new tires when you're ready for a clean set. It makes no sense to me that a 1/4" difference would damage the system. These vans are tough and blast over rough road at high speeds in all conditions. My tires...

AXLE,REAR,3.42 RATIO on my 2005 AWD Express. The taller tires have affected torque/power up steep grades and deceleration on the downhills; noticed on roads like highway 108, Sonora Pass etc. It would be an expensive regear for both rear and front differentials. I've been driving it as is for...

Thinking this post might be interesting for your flatbed mount: all-aluminum Durrance Design subframe on a RAM5500 with box.

Right foot on the throttle is pushed inboard toward drivers centerline from jutting doghouse. I use cruise control so I can rest right foot mostly flat, heal tucked to seat base; fairly comfortable for multi hour drive period. 32+ inseam here.

Thinking this truck might be a good option. Anyone have an idea about make/model? Nice cabin in the rear.

Anderson for solar input, but cheapo cig lighter output, limited to 10amps. All 12v cig plugs pop out of smooth female barrel; terrible design for output. I'd like an Anderson connector for output and run wire to a bus bar for Maxair fan/fridge/accessories etc. 10 amp output limit is ridiculous...

As you are traveling all the way to Alaska...I would dedicate your starter battery to starting your engine. Set up a completely separate system for your fridge and accessories. Lots of good threads here for either single/double battery or solar generator. I have a Jackery 1000 that will keep my...

Rake is less than one inch in the rear. Suburban springs lift 3+ inches over stock. Max keys have given me almost 3 inches in front. Cognito control arms allow for full range of motion. One inch increase from new tire size all around.

Your bumper looks like it's in good shape. I'd just prep and paint. I did install a new top trim, but rusted bumper looks great now.

Gravel bikes can work for single track, bikepacking, commuting, endurance road and great around town. I ride a Raleigh Willard 2 with Shimano 105. Gearing choices are important for style/terrain. Do you want 2x or 1x? Mine is set up 50/34 front, 11/34 rear. Lowering front gearing to 46/30 for...

Perhaps upgrading your springs and tightening your torsion bar would give you a firm stance. Check out the GM van thread: https://expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/gm-fullsize-awd-van-info-thread.137390/post-2982674

The shop that installed the Cognito control arms said that I didn't need the limiting straps (which I had provided for install). It's possible they didn't want to take the time to make the mod, but I have not noticed any bottoming out issues. The control arms allow free movement up and down...

Express van AWD is 2005. If you read my post, the Cognito control arms allowed the suspension full range for the tires to drop into holes and rise over bumps. Whereas the key lift only was unmanageable; every bump/pot hole/ road imperfection was jarring the suspension as it had topped out, tire...

60 miles is a very long commute, are you driving the route every day or a couple days a week? I rode 40 miles daily for 12 years and didn't own a car for about 9 years; rode the bike everywhere rain or shine. I'd focus on a midsized 7-800 cc bike for the commute and a smaller dual sport for...

I'd like to use a DC/DC charger; what brand/model charger did you end up using and what other components are needed to make it work?

I did reach out to Boulderoffroadvans. They have several skid plate options, not all listed on their site. I damaged a few crossmembers before I added the lift, but haven't yet installed any skid plate protection. Let us know what you end up doing. Perhaps post up on the GM fullsize AWD thread...