So I'm buying a van...
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Just an observation born of hard won experience over the years. If you focus too much on creating the perfect plan, you'll end up never implementing ANY plan. Plan Good Enough is good enough. Pick a direction and roll with it, or you'll find out it's time to roll and you've nothing to roll with. You can tweak plan Good Enough as you go. Savy?
i dig it.
he has the stronger struts on it. i don't see going long distances with more than 4 boats. he said he has lifted it with up to 3 boats on top. the 10 boat thing is more for when you're driving shuttle...
so anyway, time well spent at the mechanic. the guy owns a subigon himself so he knew what he was looking at.
he gave me what he thought the value was, and also the repairs in my future. this included exhaust manifolds, muffler, fuel pump, and tranny work as it is leaking. so i got estimates for all of that stuff. needless to say, the original price we agreed on isn't going to fly.
SO. I think I'm going to make him an offer. And I think knowing what he has into it, he might not accept it, and that's ok because there are a lot of options out there.
he gave me what he thought the value was, and also the repairs in my future. this included exhaust manifolds, muffler, fuel pump, and tranny work as it is leaking. so i got estimates for all of that stuff. needless to say, the original price we agreed on isn't going to fly.
SO. I think I'm going to make him an offer. And I think knowing what he has into it, he might not accept it, and that's ok because there are a lot of options out there.
my dad really wants me to buy this one, which ya have to admit is pretty awesome http://www.ebay.com/itm/Volkswagen-...33683a996&item=151238453654&pt=US_Cars_Trucks
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Volkswagen-...33683a996&item=151238453654&pt=US_Cars_Trucks
Cole
Expedition Leader
Cole
Expedition Leader
This looks like a better van for your needs. Already has a build out. Diesel, short roof so it should be easy to load boats on, short wheelbase so easy to drive, etc!
http://pensacola.craigslist.org/rvs/4298839375.html
http://pensacola.craigslist.org/rvs/4298839375.html
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Stroverlander
Adventurer
^ I like that, all the hard work is already done so more time and money left over. Maybe doesn't provide the same sort of aesthetic appeal as a whatever-gon but that could be more appealing in itself.
love the build.
Haf-E
Expedition Leader
With the lower roof and the bed in it sideways it would be perfect for someone 5 feet tall... I can't sleep sideways in a sprinter (and i've tried).
That stealth sprinter is a really sweet build... looks more like an apartment than an RV. The disappearing bed into the ceiling is really well done - almost don't notice it there.
That stealth sprinter is a really sweet build... looks more like an apartment than an RV. The disappearing bed into the ceiling is really well done - almost don't notice it there.
Cole
Expedition Leader
Just an easy plane ride and fun road trip away:coffeedrink: Already set up to camp in on the way home!
my dad really wants me to buy this one, which ya have to admit is pretty awesome
If you buy this, and happen upon other enthusiasts on the road, never EVER call this a van. You'll be tarred and feathered. It's a Bus, never ever a "van".
If you buy this, and happen upon other enthusiasts on the road, never EVER call this a van. You'll be tarred and feathered. It's a Bus, never ever a "van".
hahaha
thanks for the tip. i think it's awesome but i'm not sure it's what i want anyway. but still cool.