Hi 👋 Mark you have a great 👍 historic name! I new fan gladly hitting All buttons! I like your and your style like “Behind the shower curtain” Florida is Beautiful place to visit. I wish you a nice time 👍
you are so kind! Thank you and I look forward to having more fun with the build. Perhaps even share some of my limited wisdom and help others, too! Stay healthy.
Thank you so much...take your time if you have it. Space is always a concern. I wanted to have a cabin on wheels for the look AND be able to go somewhere immediately. Worked for me. Have a great holiday season.
Love seeing the great personality of this van! Love the use of burlap on the windows, and the other retro items! Wonderful! I am working to get started on my 2014 ProMaster and will be using a bunch of items that I already had around the house. Thanks for sharing!
It was a fun challenge to figure out how to use something "differently" than perhaps its originally intended use. Additionally, It feels nice to have comforting items along for the ride...things that may have more meaning than just an old piece of dry cypress....thank you for your kind words, very much appreciated! Good luck and let me know how it goes , please!
nice van build out with a nice "tiny rustic cabin" motif with the wood, crates, live edge wood counter, etc. I like the additional driving lights. I think a followup video showing the lights in use (driving into a dark wooded area country roads, with and without the lights on, and demo how they light up the rear when needed, and tips on how they were installed and wiring difficulties if any, would be helpful to others, and would help you get more views on your channel. I like your fold down table on the rear door too. I also ask every van builder to weigh their van after the build, and mention the weight in videos and whether or not that includes water (how many gallons), so future builders can get an idea of how much weight the wood interior and "stuff" adds to the van total weight. Well done. Happy trails.
Thank you so much for all the commentary and thoughtful ideas. I think you are absolutely right re providing the details (weight, lighting etc). I will get to it! At the moment trying to put a short video together on how to plan for a long road trip...hopefully when I am done with that I can get to your ideas. Be well and safe:)
We live full time in a 26 ft 5th wheel with no slide outs. 180 sq ft. Our future goal is to convert a van and go smaller. There's just SO much to see in this beautiful country and great people everywhere! Maybe we'll see you on the road! Safe travels!
Love the van...my husband and I are almost finished with ours. We have a 2014 promaster high top. We did all cedar tongue and groove on the walls and sides..it's all light weight and it was inexpensive to do and I love the cabin feel it gives and it smells so good. First thing I did when I got in disability was to get my free lifetime national park pass...I can't wait to visit some or all of them lol
I bought the same van in October and used it to move my adult son and five dogs across the country. We had to live in it for 45 days before securing a house! Next up is building it out!
I’ve watched hundreds of these van build videos, and I always am concerned about the weight added. If I ever get into one of these, I will most likely use the least amount of materials, and equipment necessary to be aesthetically pleasing and comfortable. Your focus on self reliance is commendable. The cabin ambiance is quite attractive, too. I find the rustic look and feel to be much more homey than many of the sleek, commercial style builds that seem to be so pervasive. Lighting is also important. Nice job.
Thank you so much! Oddly (and I mean it!), the added weight doesnt impact MPG much. I cant believe it either. The wood was very dry and planed to 1/2 to 3/4 inch...realistically there is not much square footage in terms of wall coverage, so maybe it looks worse? lol, very appreciated and thanks...I was so busy I did not reply very fast, apologies.
@@hanklee6529 no more than 1,000 lbs more than when it left the manufacturer. Honestly I’ve never had it weighed, and I guess I should. If I do I’ll post it.
@@WildJourneys let me know when you do. I weighed my van completely empty and I am consciously watching the weight that I put into my van. I'm looking at thinner lighter alternatives to wood.
Nice build. Thanks for showing us. I do wish you had showed many more of the technical specifics, such as how many watts of solar you’re carrying on the roof, how big an inverter. How do you heat and cool, if you do beyond the fan and windows. Where do you store your food, how much water do you carry, how does it get into your sink, etc. etc.
Q-Nice build. Thanks for showing us. A-Thank you for the kind words and compliments! Q-I do wish you had showed many more of the technical specifics, such as how many watts of solar you’re carrying on the roof, how big an inverter. A-400 volts come from 4 Renogy panels on the roof. The inverter is 2000 watts off the 400 amp hour battery bank, gel batteries. Q-How do you heat and cool, if you do beyond the fan and windows. A-We do not have AC. Much of our travel is to cooler destinations outside of FL. The insulation works well and the windows and Maxxfan do the job. Heating is solid too. We carry heavier blankets on colder trips and have been comfortable in 29f weather. Q-Where do you store your food A-There is a ton of storage that is out of site. Since we do not eat meat much of the storage can be outside of the fridge freezer. I may do another video on storage! Q-how much water do you carry, how does it get into your sink, etc. etc. A-6 Gallons of fresh water, 6 gallons of gray. The water moves from the tanks to the sink via a hand pump, which I may change to electric at some point. I hope that helps answer a few more things. Thanks for the feedback, it'll help me plan for informative tours:)
Thats great to know. I was getting tires and brakes this week and asked why there were three USPS protesters in the line for service. The answer? They were there for routine maintenance. They sometimes need to adjust the doors because of the heavy use...that answer made me feel more confident in the purchase. I can deal with doors!
Good question! I rarely camp in the heat of Florida....however, when I have the van ventilation keeps things cool, especially with the fan pulling air through the windows.
Thank Jeff! Took it to NC for a few days this past weekend and it performed great. 20.4 mpg on the highway fully loaded. Good luck with your build when you get to that point.
Thank you so much...it makes a difference...makes it more like "home"...Karen loved the idea and we went with it. Good storage underneath too! Thanks for writing:)
Hey Linda. The is the 159" WB...its not too big and with the cameras etc, driving it is fairly straight forward. The Promaster turning ability is pretty impressive.
Thanks very much! I was never comfortable driving it in campground situation, dark areas and even rural areas. KY camping in the mountains really motivated me to add the lights. Thanks so much for the reply!
If you really want to protect your investment I suggest installing steel bumpers front and back which will definitely keep those tailgating a holes away
Oddly the added weight doesnt impact MPG much. I cant believe it either. The wood was very dry and planed to 1/2 to 3/4 inch...realistically there is not much square footage in terms of wall coverage, so maybe it looks worse? lol, very appreciated and thanks...I was so busy I did not reply very fast, apologies.
Used the hardware I took from the junkyard when I unbolted the seat there. Had it reupholstered and then drilled holes in the floor and bolted it down. I used large washers, lock washers and heavy bolts. Same for the seat-belts. Worked out very nicely I think. Does that help? Sorry just responding!!
Although I did not track the hours, I know it took me 6 months - daily using whatever time I could afford. I work full time, so weekdays were 5-10 pm and full weekends. If I felt I was getting too tired, I stopped and rested rather than make silly mistakes and get frustrated. Is that helpful? Also, I lived in the van most of the time, so I tinkered and did a lot of imagining what I thought I would like in terms of the actual build.
Much of the material I used was material I was able to get free. The most expensive single item was the solar system, about $2,500. The build itself was approximately 15k total....Because I did much of the work I saved a ton of money.
Where did you get that thermometer that’s on your kitchen wall? Also, I boondock at my buddy’s place right in the Weeki Wachee Canal... and swim with the manatees :-).
Okay, the thermometer is from Lowe's in the Garden section. It is more accurate than a more expensive digital one I purchased there. its about 7 or 8 bucks I think. Swimming with the manatees, that is fantastic. Something I would love to do one day. Thank you for the kind words!
I did it all by myself. And it is not the work of a craftsman, but I am proud of it. Total Cost was >15k. I could have made it cheaper if I didnt purchase a few things and instead waited to find them for free. That noted, I lived in it while I built it and wanted to be at least comfortable while I figured out the layout via my experience moving around in it in the day and at night. Amazon and Ebay have killer deals.
I hope this is helpful and thank you! www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07M9X7N74/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 www.ebay.com/itm/4pc-cube-4-led-pods-lights-18W-Camp-Spot-flush-mount-FOR-jeep-Ford-ATV-C2H/153613478282?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 www.amazon.com/2014-ProMaster-Lights-Wiring-Clear/dp/B014EF3FD0/ref=asc_df_B014EF3FD0/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312089957955&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1731022802764023157&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011782&hvtargid=aud-801657747996:pla-571372080701&psc=1
Good question...I carry them for that "just in case" problem that may arise...and I am also always happy to help somebody else if I can. They are handy:)
I have a 2018 Promaster that is being built out. Can you tell me what brand running boards you used and where you got them? By the way check out my new cooking show for nomads and maybe subscribe and let me know what you think.
I am a Nutritarian and would LOVE to subscribe:) In fact, I did lol... 600-26000 SteelCraft STX600 Utility running boards for 2014 - 2019 Ram ProMaster 136" & 159" - *see product description for correct fit Total: $347.65 EuroCampers.com 4965 West Four Ridge Rd. House Springs, MO 63051 Phone: 636-337-7700 I hope that is helpful, always glad to lend a hand. Mark
you are very observant! I prop it open to keep any mildew etc from forming when not in use...sharp eye. The sponge is actually the factory foam spacer that was part of the original plain cargo van (used between the van sheet metal and some plastic covers in the cargo area). I tried to reuse everything from the build, and discard nothing.
Since you suggested that you go a little off road, why not consider a lift kit? www.wildernessvans.com/product/ohv-promaster-3-5-lift-kit/ Raising the body of the van will allow you to install taller tires and give you a little more clearance.
Nope, its a 2018. I bought it with 19k miles for a decent price. Good mpg and has all the modern things like bluethooth etc. Back up camera makes things much safer too. Hope that helps!
oh I see what you mean! I had done a 2019 tour of the van, the original one...this one is the New Tour, thus the "2020" in the title! I will watch that in the future, I hope you're not too put off?!
yeah, I misspoke. I did it in a few places (no script!) I meant these www.google.com/search?q=emergency+drinking+water+straw&sxsrf=ACYBGNQS3GbTFPIhBPXZaPWz6PJiMuZsVg:1581472092330&source=univ&tbm=shop&tbo=u&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj6iaTS8srnAhVomeAKHc5oBLMQsxh6BAgNECw&biw=1920&bih=969 my bad!
@@WildJourneys Good question actually, I debated that placement. Ultimately I decided everything prior to 2:30 was kind of just not worth the viewing time. Low information density.
I set up the shower outside the van or usually take them at the YMCA etc. I am afraid of too much moisture in the van...but your point is well taken! Thanks for the thoughts!
Hi 👋 Mark you have a great 👍 historic name! I new fan gladly hitting All buttons! I like your and your style like “Behind the shower curtain” Florida is Beautiful place to visit. I wish you a nice time 👍
you too!
Hats 🧢 off to your decorating creativity. Luv the coke and Schweppes bling. Great build. I’ve subscribed and looking forward to future vids.
you are so kind! Thank you and I look forward to having more fun with the build. Perhaps even share some of my limited wisdom and help others, too! Stay healthy.
Fantastic van tour. I've been thinking about getting a class b plus or C. Can't wait to check out more of your videos. Have a great day!
Thank you so much...take your time if you have it. Space is always a concern. I wanted to have a cabin on wheels for the look AND be able to go somewhere immediately. Worked for me. Have a great holiday season.
loving that state of florida map/ table. super creative.
Thank you...its better than sitting around somewhere getting dusty
Love seeing the great personality of this van! Love the use of burlap on the windows, and the other retro items! Wonderful! I am working to get started on my 2014 ProMaster and will be using a bunch of items that I already had around the house. Thanks for sharing!
It was a fun challenge to figure out how to use something "differently" than perhaps its originally intended use. Additionally, It feels nice to have comforting items along for the ride...things that may have more meaning than just an old piece of dry cypress....thank you for your kind words, very much appreciated! Good luck and let me know how it goes , please!
This is my dream van.... Maybe not the best for other, But for me.....this is the best and perfect.
Thank you!!!!! I kept it simple...like me lol
Yes....i can see that..... ;)
Love your built out. It’s very unique! Happy journey 🎈🎈🎈
Thanks so much! 😊
Love the build! Great job man!👌🏾
Thanks so very much! It’s clean and simple. Nothing so fancy that I can’t repair on my own :)
Very well designed and crafted, very nice RV!非常欣賞！讚！😀✌️✌️✌️
Thank you so much!! I enjoy it immensely!
I like the rustic look of your build. Its making me rethink my build to come...which is good. Thanks!
B C lol...I did what I could do and did what I knew I’d like. Good luck with the build and please keep us up to date!!
nice van build out with a nice "tiny rustic cabin" motif with the wood, crates, live edge wood counter, etc.
I like the additional driving lights. I think a followup video showing the lights in use (driving into a dark wooded area country roads, with and without the lights on, and demo how they light up the rear when needed, and tips on how they were installed and wiring difficulties if any, would be helpful to others, and would help you get more views on your channel.
I like your fold down table on the rear door too.
I also ask every van builder to weigh their van after the build, and mention the weight in videos and whether or not that includes water (how many gallons), so future builders can get an idea of how much weight the wood interior and "stuff" adds to the van total weight. Well done. Happy trails.
Thank you so much for all the commentary and thoughtful ideas. I think you are absolutely right re providing the details (weight, lighting etc). I will get to it! At the moment trying to put a short video together on how to plan for a long road trip...hopefully when I am done with that I can get to your ideas.
Be well and safe:)
We live full time in a 26 ft 5th wheel with no slide outs. 180 sq ft. Our future goal is to convert a van and go smaller. There's just SO much to see in this beautiful country and great people everywhere! Maybe we'll see you on the road! Safe travels!
wow, that is what I am thinking, too....be well and safe too:)
Love the van...my husband and I are almost finished with ours. We have a 2014 promaster high top. We did all cedar tongue and groove on the walls and sides..it's all light weight and it was inexpensive to do and I love the cabin feel it gives and it smells so good. First thing I did when I got in disability was to get my free lifetime national park pass...I can't wait to visit some or all of them lol
I hope you do it! There is something about the freedom and being responsible for everything within reach lol...thanks for reaching out!
I bought the same van in October and used it to move my adult son and five dogs across the country. We had to live in it for 45 days before securing a house! Next up is building it out!
Hey Mark! It was really nice to meet you yesterday in Wyoming!! Thanks for showing us the van!!! Happy travels! ~Joy & Bobby
I really loved talking! Be safe and LMK if you make it to Florida!
I spot you this morning in downtown Orlando, was nice to say hi, safe travels 🙏🏼❤️
Hey!! Thank you - and it was great saying hello! Enjoy the weekend and be safe :)
Saw your van at the sunrail station this morning when picking up my car. Awesome setup.
Hey thanks!! It’s functional and comfortable for sure. Appreciate the kind words.
Nice setup, great job!
Thank you so much. I really enjoy it, definitely truly helps me calm down and enjoy life.
Love van tours! Can not wait to convert my own!!!
Good luck and work your way through it logically....you can do it!
We were just behind you in Mountain Grove Mo!!!!!!!😊😊
lol, that is so amazing! Beautiful, right?!
He did a great job in the van it looks wonderful
Thanks so much, a labor of love for sure!
I’ve watched hundreds of these van build videos, and I always am concerned about the weight added. If I ever get into one of these, I will most likely use the least amount of materials, and equipment necessary to be aesthetically pleasing and comfortable. Your focus on self reliance is commendable. The cabin ambiance is quite attractive, too. I find the rustic look and feel to be much more homey than many of the sleek, commercial style builds that seem to be so pervasive. Lighting is also important. Nice job.
Thank you so much! Oddly (and I mean it!), the added weight doesnt impact MPG much. I cant believe it either. The wood was very dry and planed to 1/2 to 3/4 inch...realistically there is not much square footage in terms of wall coverage, so maybe it looks worse? lol, very appreciated and thanks...I was so busy I did not reply very fast, apologies.
@@WildJourneys what is the weight of your build?
@@hanklee6529 no more than 1,000 lbs more than when it left the manufacturer. Honestly I’ve never had it weighed, and I guess I should. If I do I’ll post it.
@@WildJourneys let me know when you do. I weighed my van completely empty and I am consciously watching the weight that I put into my van. I'm looking at thinner lighter alternatives to wood.
proud of you buddy, great work!
Thanks man how you holding up?
Good Mark.. Shacking up with girlfriend, still working business laughing and loving. You have become quite the handy man. Your channel is growing!
I live in Florida and in a 2018 promaster 1500 going on 2 yr now I love it stay at the skyway a lot
Awesome, David...Florida has a bunch of places to park. Be safe man!
Very nice build. My hubs and I have a 2016 Promaster hightop, 36 WB. I'll be camping for a few nights in February in the Ocala National forest too.
We really loved it...did you hear the military jets flying over head while you were there? Otherwise a beautiful campground, clean too!
Great job on the lights . God Bless
Thank so much, I really appreciate your kind works!
Great idea adding lights!
Thank you so much...I hate wasting money, but the van is large and making a mistake can be very costly, or deadly. I appreciate your kind words!!
Love the personality of your van. Great job
I really appreciate your kind words, thank you!
happy for you I just like things simple to much stuff. thanks
Simple makes things so much easier. Thanks for the comment!
Hey guys, just happened upon your YT channel. This is one of the best VCs I’ve ever seen. I love it. Great ideas 4 my VC. Take care
So happy you like it!
Nice rig good lighting is a huge plus I also installed led underneath for a dim halo while hanging outside in dark boondocking.
That sounds smart...improves safety too I imagine. Nice!
I love this 👍
Appreciate that, too!!
you are so funny, and i loved you van tour it looks wonderful
Aww thanks....I think it helps to enjoy the videos while being somewhat entertaining lol!
Nice build. Thanks for showing us. I do wish you had showed many more of the technical specifics, such as how many watts of solar you’re carrying on the roof, how big an inverter. How do you heat and cool, if you do beyond the fan and windows. Where do you store your food, how much water do you carry, how does it get into your sink, etc. etc.
Q-Nice build. Thanks for showing us.
A-Thank you for the kind words and compliments!
Q-I do wish you had showed many more of the technical specifics, such as how many watts of solar you’re carrying on the roof, how big an inverter.
A-400 volts come from 4 Renogy panels on the roof. The inverter is 2000 watts off the 400 amp hour battery bank, gel batteries.
Q-How do you heat and cool, if you do beyond the fan and windows.
A-We do not have AC. Much of our travel is to cooler destinations outside of FL. The insulation works well and the windows and Maxxfan do the job. Heating is solid too. We carry heavier blankets on colder trips and have been comfortable in 29f weather.
Q-Where do you store your food
A-There is a ton of storage that is out of site. Since we do not eat meat much of the storage can be outside of the fridge freezer. I may do another video on storage!
Q-how much water do you carry, how does it get into your sink, etc. etc.
A-6 Gallons of fresh water, 6 gallons of gray. The water moves from the tanks to the sink via a hand pump, which I may change to electric at some point.
I hope that helps answer a few more things. Thanks for the feedback, it'll help me plan for informative tours:)
Love the rustic look you've gone for.
Thanks so very much!
promasters are awesome, ours has been bullet proof
Thats great to know. I was getting tires and brakes this week and asked why there were three USPS protesters in the line for service. The answer? They were there for routine maintenance. They sometimes need to adjust the doors because of the heavy use...that answer made me feel more confident in the purchase. I can deal with doors!
Great video. Without AC how do you stay cool during the summer in central Florida?
Good question! I rarely camp in the heat of Florida....however, when I have the van ventilation keeps things cool, especially with the fan pulling air through the windows.
I love your video!
Thank you!! Amateur but hey, I’m an old guy!!!!
New sub here. Like the build looking at pro master van myself. Wood interior is cabin look awesome!
Thank Jeff! Took it to NC for a few days this past weekend and it performed great. 20.4 mpg on the highway fully loaded. Good luck with your build when you get to that point.
Great job on the van👍.
Thanks so much!
Hey Mark. I'd love to see a video about how you made that armrest.
Still havent forgotten!
Love the bench!
Thank you so much...it makes a difference...makes it more like "home"...Karen loved the idea and we went with it. Good storage underneath too! Thanks for writing:)
Your van looks awesome
Thank you very much....a lot of work for a guy that doesnt do that type of work!
My dream van 🙏🏽
Thanks!
This guy is a cross between Johnny appleseed and the Brawny dude in a van
Thats hilarious, thanks lol
Nice build though looking at doing one myself thanks for the Video
I kept it simple, thank goodness. my van-build pay grade isnt that high! Thanks so much for the feedback, make me fee good.
I just scanned the symbol 9n the side of your van. I'm parked next to you in the silver mazda cx9
Thank you!! Sorry I checked this sooo late!
Which wheel base is this? I'm going with a Promaster but conflicted with which length I want.
Hey Linda. The is the 159" WB...its not too big and with the cameras etc, driving it is fairly straight forward. The Promaster turning ability is pretty impressive.
Awesome from Georgia
Enjoyed your jokes!
Yo! I like your added lights. It’s always a bit sketchy backing up in the dark. The reverse camera just doesn’t work well in low light.
Thanks very much! I was never comfortable driving it in campground situation, dark areas and even rural areas. KY camping in the mountains really motivated me to add the lights. Thanks so much for the reply!
If you really want to protect your investment I suggest installing steel bumpers front and back which will definitely keep those tailgating a holes away
thats an outstanding idea, thanks!
Lol dude you're obsessed with the lights
lol, yeah...they are so neat though...but youre right! Thanks for the smile.
Every time this guy says Oh Hi I think of the neighbor from Tooltime for some reason, lmao
lol, Hey Jennifer....that is very funny and I am so happy you smile:)
Nice rig. I have some of those crates.
lol, those crates are more useful there as opposed to sitting in the garage looking pretty...thanks so much for writing!
Doesn't the weight of all the wood cut your mpg avg?
Oddly the added weight doesnt impact MPG much. I cant believe it either. The wood was very dry and planed to 1/2 to 3/4 inch...realistically there is not much square footage in terms of wall coverage, so maybe it looks worse? lol, very appreciated and thanks...I was so busy I did not reply very fast, apologies.
nice!!
Thanks!
I like your build, has everything in it. How much it cost you for interior.
windows, air vent were the big ticket items (I am not including solar in this). maybe $3,000...The lumber was all free.
good video!
thank you!!
Fun interior. How did you attach the seat that you put in there? Thanks
Used the hardware I took from the junkyard when I unbolted the seat there. Had it reupholstered and then drilled holes in the floor and bolted it down. I used large washers, lock washers and heavy bolts. Same for the seat-belts. Worked out very nicely I think. Does that help? Sorry just responding!!
Oh, one more thing, I used silicone sealant to make sure I prevent rust and water entering the vehicle.
I'm gearing up to do a promaster conversion. roughly how many hours should i plan on?
Although I did not track the hours, I know it took me 6 months - daily using whatever time I could afford. I work full time, so weekdays were 5-10 pm and full weekends. If I felt I was getting too tired, I stopped and rested rather than make silly mistakes and get frustrated. Is that helpful?
Also, I lived in the van most of the time, so I tinkered and did a lot of imagining what I thought I would like in terms of the actual build.
@@WildJourneys thanks. I'll probably do a two phase build - first make it sleepable, then add all the hardware at a more relaxed pace.
Nice work
Thanks so much for the thoughts!
nice.
1000 soon 👍
So close! Yeah that is pretty cool...I thought it might take 10 years!! Thank you :)
New to your channel. We are new Promaster owners
Love the Promaster...and delighted I know somebody else with one too!
Hi，wonderful!I want build,how much cost? Thanks
Much of the material I used was material I was able to get free. The most expensive single item was the solar system, about $2,500. The build itself was approximately 15k total....Because I did much of the work I saved a ton of money.
Where did you get that thermometer that’s on your kitchen wall?
Also, I boondock at my buddy’s place right in the Weeki Wachee Canal... and swim with the manatees :-).
Okay, the thermometer is from Lowe's in the Garden section. It is more accurate than a more expensive digital one I purchased there. its about 7 or 8 bucks I think.
Swimming with the manatees, that is fantastic. Something I would love to do one day. Thank you for the kind words!
so how much it cost total for everything and you have done everything by your self ?
I did it all by myself. And it is not the work of a craftsman, but I am proud of it. Total Cost was >15k. I could have made it cheaper if I didnt purchase a few things and instead waited to find them for free. That noted, I lived in it while I built it and wanted to be at least comfortable while I figured out the layout via my experience moving around in it in the day and at night. Amazon and Ebay have killer deals.
New subbie here, love the way you have done up your van, awesome job.
Thank you so much, I had no clue I could be creative...but go figure!
Can you post a link to all those awesome exterior lights you added? Thanks for sharing you very nice build!
I hope this is helpful and thank you!
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07M9X7N74/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
www.ebay.com/itm/4pc-cube-4-led-pods-lights-18W-Camp-Spot-flush-mount-FOR-jeep-Ford-ATV-C2H/153613478282?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
www.amazon.com/2014-ProMaster-Lights-Wiring-Clear/dp/B014EF3FD0/ref=asc_df_B014EF3FD0/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312089957955&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1731022802764023157&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011782&hvtargid=aud-801657747996:pla-571372080701&psc=1
THANK YOU!
Is that new pro master or used one
a 2018, love it
Nice van, but why do you have so many tools?
Good question...I carry them for that "just in case" problem that may arise...and I am also always happy to help somebody else if I can. They are handy:)
Is this a 2018 or a 2020 I’m confused u said both
The "new" refers to the newer video tour (we did an earlier tour in 2019. The Promaster is the 2018...sorry for the confusion:)
Really hope you're not thinking of trying to use that bear spray while you're still in the van.
lol, nope, only as a necessity!
I have a 2018 Promaster that is being built out. Can you tell me what brand running boards you used and where you got them? By the way check out my new cooking show for nomads and maybe subscribe and let me know what you think.
I am a Nutritarian and would LOVE to subscribe:) In fact, I did lol...
600-26000 SteelCraft STX600 Utility running boards for 2014 - 2019 Ram ProMaster 136" & 159" - *see product description for correct fit
Total: $347.65
EuroCampers.com
4965 West Four Ridge Rd. House Springs, MO 63051
Phone: 636-337-7700
I hope that is helpful, always glad to lend a hand.
Mark
subbed, hope you have many #happymilesandsmiles with your van
and may your smile be plentiful my friend....thanks for reaching out!
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Why does he have the refrigerator propped open with a sponge
you are very observant! I prop it open to keep any mildew etc from forming when not in use...sharp eye. The sponge is actually the factory foam spacer that was part of the original plain cargo van (used between the van sheet metal and some plastic covers in the cargo area). I tried to reuse everything from the build, and discard nothing.
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lol, love the gifs!
Everybody’s an actor now. Lol
Acting? More like a terrible host! lol, thanks for the comment man....I agree entirely:)
Since you suggested that you go a little off road, why not consider a lift kit? www.wildernessvans.com/product/ohv-promaster-3-5-lift-kit/
Raising the body of the van will allow you to install taller tires and give you a little more clearance.
I need to look into that...and have wanted to, now, I will - thanks!
So it’s not a 2020?
Nope, its a 2018. I bought it with 19k miles for a decent price. Good mpg and has all the modern things like bluethooth etc. Back up camera makes things much safer too. Hope that helps!
Why did the title say 2020 pro master and your showing us a 2018 pro master?
oh I see what you mean! I had done a 2019 tour of the van, the original one...this one is the New Tour, thus the "2020" in the title! I will watch that in the future, I hope you're not too put off?!
“Emergency water straws“?
yeah, I misspoke. I did it in a few places (no script!) I meant these www.google.com/search?q=emergency+drinking+water+straw&sxsrf=ACYBGNQS3GbTFPIhBPXZaPWz6PJiMuZsVg:1581472092330&source=univ&tbm=shop&tbo=u&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj6iaTS8srnAhVomeAKHc5oBLMQsxh6BAgNECw&biw=1920&bih=969 my bad!
Never start with the garage
lol, good tip!
5’
what did you mean by the 5'? Sorry, it must be obvious, but my brain may not be engaged at the moment!
2:30 skip skip skip skip skip skip
didnt like the lighting? I went to the 2:30 point...is that what you mean?
@@WildJourneys Good question actually, I debated that placement. Ultimately I decided everything prior to 2:30 was kind of just not worth the viewing time. Low information density.
No shower！No good..！
I set up the shower outside the van or usually take them at the YMCA etc. I am afraid of too much moisture in the van...but your point is well taken! Thanks for the thoughts!
The cornyness was too painful.
I am technically old...it happens:) I agree.
CRAP
how so?