We've had nearly four fantastic years with this van that we first purchased in March 2022 (new) as an empty cargo van. It was initially built out for an extended summer trip to Prudhoe Bay, AK (and back east across the width of Canada), and since then has taken us back and forth across North America numerous times. It has been our trusty temporary home on wheels for 3-5 week ski trips each winter, through terrain van's don't normally see, and for the first two years of its life, it was even my daily driver. As with all of my previous builds, life changes and needs change, which means this one needs a new home. Other builds include: '24 Grenadier, '21 Tundra, '21 Tacoma. The original build thread (hasn't been updated in a long time) for the van is here.
As stated, it was a DIY build after a lot of research. The suspension, skid plates, sliders, winch mount, fuel tank, and snorkel were all done by Apex Overland in Reidsville, NC; everything else (shy of the window tint) was done by me, with a few helping hands for the Dometic AC install.
I'll start the description off by saying this is not a flashy Instagram build that will get you hundreds or thousands of followers. There's nothing wrong with those builds, but this isn't that. This is a functional, straightforward build that just simply works for either a couple or a solo adventurer, and was build for our style of travel. What is that style? Everything from one night trips to a camp in a field, to 6 weeks on the road traveling around the continent. We've traveled in temps down into the -20°F range and above 100°F, and the van and components just work. The battery bank is specifically sized to allow for ~12-14 hours with the AC running in boost mode, which is a worst case scenario for us spending the night somewhere before being able to hit the road the following day to recharge. My usual introduction to showing people the van when they ask about it is that it is everything two people need to travel for as long as they'd like, except for a shower. I'm positive I'm leaving out a lot of small things in this, but here is the list that immediately comes to mind as far as upgrades and alterations
The van currently has 62,xx miles on it and will have a fresh oil change prior to sale. It is located in Hanover, MD (21076).
Asking price is $105,000, not offended by offers
As stated, it was a DIY build after a lot of research. The suspension, skid plates, sliders, winch mount, fuel tank, and snorkel were all done by Apex Overland in Reidsville, NC; everything else (shy of the window tint) was done by me, with a few helping hands for the Dometic AC install.
I'll start the description off by saying this is not a flashy Instagram build that will get you hundreds or thousands of followers. There's nothing wrong with those builds, but this isn't that. This is a functional, straightforward build that just simply works for either a couple or a solo adventurer, and was build for our style of travel. What is that style? Everything from one night trips to a camp in a field, to 6 weeks on the road traveling around the continent. We've traveled in temps down into the -20°F range and above 100°F, and the van and components just work. The battery bank is specifically sized to allow for ~12-14 hours with the AC running in boost mode, which is a worst case scenario for us spending the night somewhere before being able to hit the road the following day to recharge. My usual introduction to showing people the van when they ask about it is that it is everything two people need to travel for as long as they'd like, except for a shower. I'm positive I'm leaving out a lot of small things in this, but here is the list that immediately comes to mind as far as upgrades and alterations
- 3M Thinsulate, TAI, Minicell, and Low-E Foamcore insulation throughout (cab and cargo areas), as well as 80mil CLD acoustic insulation on virtually every panel
- Espar S2 D2L Diesel heater
- Will be new at time of sale
- 700Ah of Battle Born lithium batteries with thermostatically controlled heating pads and 3M Thinsulate/Minicell insulation wrap
- All Victron management/monitoring – Smart BatteryProtect, SmartShunt, 2x MPPT Controllers (roof and hood), 3x Orion-TR 30A DC-DC chargers, Cerbo GX, Touch 50 display, Multiplus 12/3000
- Thermostatically controlled fans for electrical and water compartment (pulling air in and out on electrical, just in on water)
- RUUVI temperature sensors integrated into Cerbo GX for numerous areas and exterior
- Blue Sea remote battery switch and 12v distribution throughout
- Blue Sea AC breakers
- 350w Solar on the roof (2x 175w Renogy panels)
- Cascadia 4×4 Hood solar panels (90w)
- 30A Shore Power connection
- 2x sPod switch controllers for the living area, with dual touch controllers
- Numerous USB, 12v, and 120v outlets
- 1.5″x1.5″ Aluminum Extrusion for all interior framing secured to OEM holes in the floor
- 20gal interior mounted fresh water tank with Clearsource triple filtration system (3M Thinsulate and Minicell insulation wrap on tank)
- 12v SHURflo water pump
- Thermostatically controlled heating pad on water tank
- Thermostatically controlled 100W PTC heater for water pump, lines and compartment
- Sink w/ 5 gallon gray tank
- Microwave and portable single burner induction cooktop
- Dometic CFX3 75DZ Fridge/Freezer on drawer slides
- Wrappon Green Toilet on 500lb slides
- Integrated dual zone ceiling puck lights (dimmable) as well as additional dimmable lights for cab/seats, kitchen cabinet area, under sink storage, garage area, and electrical/water compartments.
- Dometic RTX2000 12v A/C above bed
- Maxxair 7500K Remote controlled fan above galley
- Raised bed platform with 2x HEST Foamy Wide mattresses, HEST large pillows
- Ceiling mounted L Track above beds for hanging bags and iPad mount
- WeBoost Drive RV
- Pre-wired for Starlink Mini (24v upconverter allows for full cable length usage)
- Scirocco Fans (one at rear and one in the middle)
- Quest Overland Insulated Window covers (rear door windows, cab doors, windshield, and Maxxair fan)
- TerraWagen BugBarrier Window Vents for front doors
- BugWall Sliding door roll up bug net with offset magnetic closing
- Lagun Table w/ 2 mounting locations
- DECKED Drawer system
- Plastic interior wall panels and ceiling.
- Novel Rig dash mount for Garmin Tread XL, 2 phones on magnet mounts, ValentineOne V2 Radar, etc
- SwitchPros SP-9100 controller for exterior lights
- VanCompass Floating Light mount
- 4x Diode Dynamics SS5 Pro
- VanCompass 4.3 Suspension w/ mini leaf pack and Baja Brackets
- VanCompass Hidden Winch Mount w/ Recovery points
- Warn VR Evo 12-S Winch, Factor55 Flatlink E, Factor55 Fairlead
- VanCompass Rocker guards/sliders/steps
- VanCompass Full skid plate set under engine/transmission/transfer case and rear diff
- S&B 47 gallon fuel tank
- Diode Dynamics SSC1 Pro Wide Scene Lights – 2 per side, 2 on tire carrier
- Diode Dynamics C1R Stop/Tail/Turn/Reverse Lights – under rear bumper
- Owl Spare Tire Carrier/Ladder
- Owl B2 Carrier w/ Owl Medium Expedition Box and Owl Ski Box
- Method 702 Wheels – 17×7.5 w/ LT265/70/17 Tires – Falken Wildpeak A/T3W on the front with about 15k miles, BFG KO3s on the rear with ~10,000 fewer miles
- Method spare w/ BFG KO2 on rear tire carrier
- OEM Steel spare w/ matching size KO2 in OEM tire carrier for true dual spares
- Renntech Flash
- BMC Air filter
- Bravo Snorkel
- Mid-City remote start w/ Drone LTE module
- TerraWagen flares and hood spoiler
- VanCompass Air Mount w/ ARB Twin Air compressor
- Stereo Upgrade w/ Kicker KEYLOC, KEY200.4 DSP/Amp, Hertz Dieci Tweeters and Cento Woofers in active crossover, JL Audio MicroSub+ 8″ subwoofer behind driver’s seat
- Surface corrosion on side steps, skid plates, and winch housing
- Several corrosion spots on roof above the windshield
- Numerous rock chips that have been touched up on the windshield and sides of the van
- Partially melted trim around passenger side exterior mirror housing
The van currently has 62,xx miles on it and will have a fresh oil change prior to sale. It is located in Hanover, MD (21076).
Asking price is $105,000, not offended by offers
