Gayle | Converting a 144" 4x4 Sprinter for Extended Remote Living
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- Опубліковано 29 кві 2020
- Gayle is a 144" 4x4 Sprinter conversion and the result of a client's vision to live in remote locations for extended periods of time. In our latest video, we highlight how Advanced RV approached the challenge of building an off-grid motorhome on a 2500 chassis.
About Advanced RV:
Advanced RV builds custom, personalized motor homes to fit your unique travel needs. Starting from the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter platform, we optimize each coach with features and finishes that enable you to go wherever your road takes you reliably, in elegance and comfort. ARVs well engineered system allow you to travel off the grid effortlessly.
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Wow, top-notch design and construction! It's a pleasure to just be able to observe all the engineering and effort that your team puts its your customized builds.
Thank you for your kind words Ken. We're glad to have you.
what I love about your company is how fixable you are to the needs of the owner. You truly are a great company!! Keep building some amazing RV's....
Lots of great ideas in this build! Always fun to watch how ARV continuously evolves to meet & exceed client expectations!
Thanks Sue!!! Glad to have you along for the ride 🚐
I love the simplicity while still being gorgeous! This is definitely my favorite from them.
Very nice. 7:03 This is why I watch your videos and have a ton of respect for the way you do things. For years you guys have been pushing into uncharted territory.
I like this build a lot. It sounds like your client knew exactly what he wanted his van to do and it definitely looks like you delivered. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for watching. We certainly enjoyed bringing this vision to life.
This is _gorgeous._ I think my wife and I are going to be coming out to see you in the next year or two, rather than looking for someone local. Particularly after watching so many of your videos. The detail, the craftsmanship, the skill and the immensely talented personnel. . .You are virtually unparalleled.
It's also wonderful to be able to point at something like *this build* and say, _"We want this almost exactly, except in a ___________ chasis."_
Really like the bed leveling idea and all the windows that open.
I would be very interested in know where we can get the bed leveling system from?
Excellent work, the craftsmanship and attention to detail is absolutely incredible.
What no one is commenting on that manual bed leveling system?! OMG, that is some next level stuff. Also thanks for the photos of the ARB compressed air system. A lot of engineering to get air to the tires, impressive. I would have wanted the bed to be a little higher so I could have more storage for toys and stuff. Going to the desert with no AC? I guess you can install in the future. Not a fan of the dark wood interior, reminds me a little of a production RV interior but taste is subjective. Overall incredible workmanship and attention to detail. I hope to afford one when I win the lottery.
Very nice, I would be afraid of all those batteries under me while I'm sleeping.lol
You keep getting better. :-)))) :-)))))
Gorgeous, many nice features. I like the wood he chose.
Wow I’m impressed it’s beautiful 😍
Everything so beautiful about this van
Absolutely beautiful work!
Thank you very much Steve.
Another great build!
Thanks Tish! We appreciate the support.
Really nicely done!
First I will hit the “like“ and then move onto the video!
This is absolutely flawless! I need this one laid out like this, but with 4x4 and with pop outs like the revel. 🤔. I’m going to go full time due to my job and theoretically I could use the 4x4 van to make trail guides for my UA-cam when I leave the Jeep somewhere else. I’ll be checking your website out!
Beautiful
So nice!
Thank you! A testament to the client's design.
Beautiful!
Thank you!
👍 Definitely my kind of machine....! (With a few modifications, but not many!) 😎
Glad you like the build, Mike.
Love this one.
Love the composter✌️
You my friend are a brilliant van upfitter!#vanlife
Simply amazing 😳
Beautiful.
Thank you Jodie.
🙏 Lots of good aides, one thing I did not like was the bathroom without being flushing.
Nice unit well executed
Thanks Brian. Glad you enjoyed.
Air compressor and set up is a wonderful idea
This is one of my favorite ARV builds for sure. I wouldn't necessarily make the same design choices as this owner, but using the 4x4 2500 chassis as a base definitely appeals to me. I like to get out into the wild away from civilization and the extra weight of the 3500 would surely be a hindrance in that regard. I also like getting good fuel economy and less weight is always good for that. Well done!
Thanks for the support DLG. There's certainly nothing like solitude in nature.
That cooler drawer is a nifty option.
Beautiful build. I love your attention to detail. Is the keeyless enty keypad proprietary or is it available retail?
Lovely.
Thank you very much Helen.
You guys are awesome! Never thought to have a custom made. I know what I want and can’t seem to find it all in Brand vans. This could be a solution!
Thanks for the support Lorri!
Great work :-). Can you let me know details about the two water tanks shown on a picture in the video? Where did you source them? If made by yourself, especially the greywater tank looks like that, would you share the details? Starting an own conversion right now and haven’t found properly fitting tanks yet with maximized space usage...
Well done sir. Open cabinets should look great esp if filled with decorative baskets/bins.
Looks great! How much did it cost in total: van + conversion?
Love my purple bed was wondering if it could be put in an rv.
Outstanding build!
Thanks Nick!
Nice
Have seen the other video's about build pocess and the build quality and finish looks really great. But if you find it hard to build a 140 with a GVWR of 9000lbs, try building a 170 under 7000lbs... Over here in Europe the weight limit is 3.5t (normal drivers licence, no speed restrictions). So some builders do quite a lot of R&D for exotic materials and try to find innovative solutions to keep weight down. Perhaps an idea for a future video: favorite/innovative solutions you have done for fullfilling client wishes?
Love your work. How long is it in centimeters? I live in Europe.
What is the number keypad panel ahead of the slider for? Is it to unlock the van without the key (like a Ford?)? Who makes it please? Thanks!
Hi.. Do you think it would be possible to put a small drain that would be connected to the water tank used to flush, wash dishes etc.. It could collect rain water and therefore have even more independence of when off the grid??? Thank you
Would love to have one of these...what’s the rough idea price ?
Absolutely brilliant, you guys are streets ahead of us in the UK.
Can i ask? Are you finding less people bothering with solar in favour of bigger battery banks and alternator charging?
Thank you for your kind words. Each client brings unique objectives so that's a tough question. But yes, many clients are choosing to forego solar. Even with sparse driving, 800+ AH of Lithium and an auxiliary alternator provides sufficient off-grid energy. Foregoing solar also gives our clients flexibility with their rooftop equipment.
I hope this will come to the philippines. Hehe
Wow 😎👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
May I ask what size the bed is ? King single ? Gorgeous
Je n'ai pas vu la salle à manger mais il faut peut être escamoter la douche et les WC ?
I have been looking for a extended van ( the longest length would be great ) that I can live all four seasons much like this, ( solar panels) optimal storage, a a stacked washer/dryer unit, and has enough space to carry a small motorcycle ( like a cafe racer) , a collapsible bike, and a Segway scooter...can it be done @ Advanced RV? I'm currently saving for a van right now.
Like all Advanced RV builds - it's impeccable...
I attribute a lot of this to their cabinet making department - very good....
is it really OK to have a Van without air conditioning?
But what is the cost of this Van?
You have a lot of people guessing...
Please let us know...
thanks
How much would you guess this went for?
are you guys able to get a 144 sprinter on a right hand drive? i need one
Beautiful cabinetry, fit and finish. Typical ARV work
Thanks for the kind words Carl. Glad you enjoyed.
I haven't seen that glass (plexiglass??) partition behind the kitchen sink before when the sliding door is open. Very nice idea! But it sounds like you're not a fan of composting toilets. They offer a lot more camping freedom when you don't have to go out of your way to schedule in trips to dump stations.
Beautiful and compact. Does anyone do portal axles on these Sprinters?
We haven't done portal axles on any of our builds yet. Would be interesting to see on other Sprinters.
Question can you belt me a jacuzzi on top of the suv? And I will like a bullet proof suv if you can let me know please
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My preference would be, have grey tank only (dealing with black water is gross), and instead of Natures Head style separator type toilet, go with a nice 5 gallon Yeti bucket with a garbage bag liner and toilet seat and lid, and use kitty litter. Line a few inches of litter at bottom, then a small scoop between uses to cover waste. Use clumping style litter, pretty cheap. Have a spray bottle with water, lemon, vinegar mixture to spray liner as needed after each use. Then after a week or two when bucket near full, tie up bag and discard with regular garbage.
I've seen multiple ARV vans with the espar heater control in this location. Do you have to get out and open the rear doors to make temperature adjustments?
The Espar module you're seeing in the rear of the van is mainly for maintenance, reading service codes, etc. Any temperature adjustments can be made inside of the coach, using the coach management system.
It's interesting to hear him talking about weight challenges in a 9000 lb vehicle, because most motor homes in Germany are only 7700 lbs (you'd need another license to drive anything heavier)
What is the price of this one?
Was that a wifi or cell booster on the roof in the back? If so, what brand? Thanks.
That's indeed a wifi booster in the back. It's made by WiFi Ranger.
How tall/short can you be before that horizontal mattress configuration no longer works acceptably?
5’9”-5’10”
I want one
Helo.sir.im shabbir from india and would like to ask you that why do people choose in usa design of rear bed instead of front bed?
Front is where door is...
Nice build! What does a custom build like this typically cost? 200K?
You are $150k too low.
Who makes the windows that open in the back. I didn’t think you were able to do that for exhaust reasons.
Hi Anne. The windows are made by Tern Overland.
All things could be made to order. Better that way.
What Tires u use?
I wud prefer to use that top kitchen drawer for my cutlery etc. Why waste that space when I'm probably going to open a cutlery drawer 12x a day versus 2x for cook top.
I don’t know if I missed it but how many gallons of fresh water does this van carry? Additionally, Mike, you don’t seem particularly excited about this build but it is the build of the future! The only thing I would ask for are dual wheels on the back for better weight capacity.
I agree with you.Hes a dualie and black tank guy. I don’t think this build is his cup of tea but for me it works . I’m not carrying around bricks so I don’t want to drag around all those tires and if I jump in the van for a weekend I don’t want to be winterizing and dumping a black tank for a quick trip.
He explained at the top that this owner's objective was to minimize weight for better offroad stability, so the 3500 (which is required for dual rear wheels) was not an option. Personally, I much prefer a lighter rig like this to a 5 ton behemoth that's very top heavy and certainly can't go too far offroad. It all depends on what type of travel you plan to do and that's a very individualized thing.
As for Mike's lack of excitement, this just isn't the type of coach ARV is use to building. I suspect it probably involved a lot of challenges and produced a smaller than usual profit, given that there are very few expensive options on this van.
Dual wheels are not recommended for off road use, this is a 4x4
I like the concept but i dont like the materials, looks like a cheap motel room
Another nice build. This is the second video of a build that I have watched from your company. What is the cost on this one?
Take a guess!
My guess is 220k, van included
My guess is your 75 grand too low. Probably more like 100.
Michael Scarfi I think you mean $300K and I agree.
Thanks for the support Joshua. Our full-custom builds such as Gayle generally range from $250,000 to $350,000, depending on the materials, customization, and engineering involved. These prices include the cost of the chassis, although we do have clients who source and provide their own chassis.
Prix??
What happen if one of these get into a car accident? will insurance company pay for all the damages inside and outside? including plumbing, furniture, shower, toilet etc...
Huy's world RV insurance will pay for the vehicle and all the upfit if you properly declare all the costs,
$$ Cha Ching $$
Finance ?
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Look, this is obviously a top end unit for design and materials.
What I was hoping for was a professional spokesperson who can clearly showcase the interesting and unique qualities of this quality machine.
What I got was a unscripted shift supervisor/management/owner flying by the seat of his pants, describing things that I can clearly see for myself.
Check out Patrick at colonial Airstream, then emulate.
If this kind of presentation weeds out customers like you, I think they got a good return on time spent.
@@bindingcurve Sorry, didn't know it was your Dad. My opinion stands, apparently uncontested.
kinda puts me in mind of the Winnebago revel lil bit...….nice build
Except this one doesn't look like the inside of an airplane with beige molded fiberglass everywhere. Gail has beautiful warm wood that gives it an elegant yet organic look compared to the Revel, I think.
Surprised the owner didn’t spec solar panels for the roof.
Mind boggling. I didn't understand why not....
Has something to do with wanting the van to stay in the shade while the portable panels are in the full sun...
Note also that it didn’t have house AC
@@4irons - But why not both? Unless it is full, dark shade, the solar panels can still generate electricity. As he drives from one location to another, the solar panels would often be in full sun. A portable panel is subject to wind damage and can easily be stolen.
@@wendyweaver8749 When he drives, the alternator does much better job recharging lithium batteries then any solar. They did not show the roof, but my guess is that it has storage system on top for bulky items which would prevent large solar panels from being setup.
Where u located? What is the name of your business and contact info? Love the van!!!
We are located in Cleveland, Ohio. You can learn more about us on our website, advanced-rv.com
This camper van in Europe is approximately 120,000 USD.
why official camper producers don't dedicate a special 4x4 off road section in their gamma? i mean about hymer, adria, laika and so on...
Bonjour je suis très intéressé par des Vans aménagé pour les voyages et autres. j'aime plus les campings cars 4*4 vu l'environnement de l'Afrique. Je voulais voir si je peux avoir votre email.
Why not HDPE instead of wood for construction? Great weight saving, no maintenance, and zero squeaks off road.
I really want to see a 144 in which the sliding door and the passenger seat don't exist. instead of the passenger seat, you have entrance steps. the space normally occupied by the sliding door aperture would be occupied by extra galley worktop space. wonder whether ARV would take on such a concept?
Interesting idea to get more galley space. That's definitely something we could explore.
@@AdvancedRV thanks fo the feedback. I may have posted a link to the following video ua-cam.com/video/gQVAL39ymKI/v-deo.html this shows a heavily modified Sprinter, where the passenger door has been converted to a bus coach type door and the sliding door seems to have been condemned. the company is Auto-Cuby, based in Poland.
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So beautiful. And no storage!
I always look at the price first in the comments before watching the video. Anyone can throw money and make a grand design. If it's over $100K for a small rig, then you have to think thrice about the value of it and how much you will use it to get your money's worth.
Good, functional design is much more than money. Many expensive follies out in the world.
i only care about 1 thing.. HOW MUCH ?
Thanks. Like #393
Because pooping in a bucket is a-w-e-s-o-m-e
Didn’t see a dining table in the 144” build.
He mentioned a lagun table mount but they didn't show it. I would hope it would be close to the passenger chair with swivel, maybe the end of the kitchen cabinet.
Looks good from out side but that’s about it lol not my taste anyway 😂