Moving into a $3,000 Vintage 90's Camper Van

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  • @yeabuddy6070
    @yeabuddy6070 6 місяців тому +301

    If 90s is vintage then Im old as hell 😂

    • @appalachianunderground8474
      @appalachianunderground8474 6 місяців тому +28

      Lol 😂 I was born in 1969 so I guess that makes me ancient 😅

    • @AquarianNomadic
      @AquarianNomadic 6 місяців тому +21

      I'm 50.
      These kids think it's vintage...
      😂

    • @markpatceg5582
      @markpatceg5582 6 місяців тому +5

      Yesser!

    • @rdeanmurray8139
      @rdeanmurray8139 6 місяців тому +19

      @@appalachianunderground8474 Haha, I'm 74. Afraid to ask, but what's that make me?

    • @AquarianNomadic
      @AquarianNomadic 6 місяців тому

      @@rdeanmurray8139 dust

  • @russbilzing5348
    @russbilzing5348 5 місяців тому +32

    Just picked up a late '80s Ford passenger van with a 300ci straight 6. With the present world unrest, it seemed prudent. I've been camping my entire 71 years.

    • @Newchannel9o6
      @Newchannel9o6 5 місяців тому +2

      Happy camping my friend. I'm looking for the same van too.

    • @miketheloko
      @miketheloko 5 місяців тому +2

      That's a lot of camping Mr. Russbilzing!

    • @russbilzing5348
      @russbilzing5348 5 місяців тому

      @@Newchannel9o6 This one only has 44,500 miles on it. Came with captain's chairs, a roof mounted solar panel and a convertor.

    • @DarullGush
      @DarullGush 2 місяці тому

      @@russbilzing5348 How do you avoid ticks on you while camping sir?

  • @Ryan.Hannah
    @Ryan.Hannah 6 місяців тому +87

    I've been living full-time in an 87 roadtrek versatile for the last four years up in Canada. That van rocks.

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +11

      way cool! I was born in Calgary, Alberta. I'll be there next month. The roadtreks are awesome for sure!! safe travels

    • @PhSyCo-B-oCh
      @PhSyCo-B-oCh 6 місяців тому +1

      Lol, of course, it's pretty chill temperature wise up there.

    • @TTVBoyardD
      @TTVBoyardD 5 місяців тому

      Maybe in the north part of Canada but in the south of Québec 2024 is abnormaly hot and f*cked up weather since the first of january

    • @Ryan.Hannah
      @Ryan.Hannah 5 місяців тому +1

      @@TTVBoyardD i'm about 200 km west of Edmonton. It's snowed here last week. My family is in Southwestern Ontario and the same day it snowed it was 33° there. I'm not sure which is worse

    • @TTVBoyardD
      @TTVBoyardD 5 місяців тому +3

      ​@@Ryan.Hannah Wow ! You want to experiment all climates on earth ? Come to Canada ! 😂

  • @twotwentyswift
    @twotwentyswift 6 місяців тому +148

    I can hear Chris Farley now. "LIVING IN A VAN DOWN BY THE RIVER!"

    • @brad1179
      @brad1179 6 місяців тому +3

      Exactly my thoughts 😅

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +7

      HAHHAA classic!

    • @VanLifeByTheRiver
      @VanLifeByTheRiver 6 місяців тому +5

      I could not imagine living any other way!!!

    • @unpluggeddogdreams
      @unpluggeddogdreams 6 місяців тому +3

      Who knew how much fun you can have when you are free to roam.

    • @VickySwindoll
      @VickySwindoll 5 місяців тому +1

      Really 😂😂😂

  • @getlostmike
    @getlostmike 6 місяців тому +61

    Hi! I found your channel because a young couple at a grocery store where I parked this morning got all "fan boy" and waited for me... thinking I was you. I run a very similar vehicle to that one. Mine is a 1989 Dodge B250 converted extended top with almost the same color scheme. The disappointment on their faces where real but at least they met a smaller content creator with an awesome personality! 😅
    Now following.

  • @VanLifeByTheRiver
    @VanLifeByTheRiver 6 місяців тому +25

    The 4x4 Roadtrek 190 Popular is the best kept vanlife secret. We have owned a Roadtrek for well over 20 years total and they have never let us down. Our 2007 4x4 Quigley conversion Roadtrek took us on countless amazing adventures. Comfortable, smooth on and off road, capable and tough as nails. Like I said, best kept secret in vanlife hands down.

    • @mikemotorbike4283
      @mikemotorbike4283 6 місяців тому +3

      My parents loved it because it drove like a car, and easy to park, even on Baja Peninsula beach! Went anywhere like a car. Exchanged their boxy one for an '86 "Roadtrek Versatile" and didn't miss the extra space. The boxy one they were afraid of sideswiping a parked car. Roadtrek easier to wash, but they did have that primer paint recall. They declined the free repair, said it made it less inviting to robbers, especially in the States. You'll regret it if you give it up.

  • @RippSnortin
    @RippSnortin 6 місяців тому +99

    If you really paid 3k for that Roadtrek you got the deal of a lifetime.

    • @UntamedAustin
      @UntamedAustin 6 місяців тому +5

      Depends on the running gear and what is working. If you went and looked at an old 93 Dodge Van with 200K on it how much would you give for it? It's still just a van. And 90's era RV components will mostly be shot (Even if they work). But I have seen 90's ear Roadtreks in Good Shape being listed around $20K... but not worth it in my opinion. Find a great 2000's Ford or Chev 4x4 3/4 Ton and put your money in that. Then start looking for an 8' camper... so much more bang for the buck. I have not owned a Roadtrek but I have had many vans including Class B.

    • @sandrasandoval8111
      @sandrasandoval8111 6 місяців тому +6

      He sure did get a great deal.

    • @RIVERSIDEREVIEWS
      @RIVERSIDEREVIEWS 6 місяців тому

      Some homeless person probably overdosed and died in it before getting auctioned….. otherwise, yeah it’s hard to find even a 1990s era in that condition for under 40,000 due to #VANLIFE

    • @TiZGaming
      @TiZGaming 5 місяців тому +8

      I almost bought one just like this about 2 weeks ago in florida also for 3k converted with solar and ac unit 128k miles

    • @fuzzjunky
      @fuzzjunky Місяць тому

      yeh a quick tidy up and this thing would sell like hotcakes to the retro van community

  • @vickielewis6268
    @vickielewis6268 6 місяців тому +15

    What I think is…. It’s awesome and when you don’t want it anymore this grandma would love it! 😂

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +2

      hahah there ya go! lots of them out there!!

    • @MeTreesndirt
      @MeTreesndirt 6 місяців тому +1

      It's not his .

  • @thee_absolute_wurst
    @thee_absolute_wurst 5 місяців тому +4

    I bought a 1984 Roadtrek last summer. Great condition. The wife and I love it, and named it "Gassy Jack". Since it's an old carbureted 360 haha.

  • @JasonStutz
    @JasonStutz 5 місяців тому +4

    It amazes me the amount of items that can be crammed into these vans.

  • @aertime-
    @aertime- 6 місяців тому +12

    Sick van! Grew up doing road trips in 90s Chevy/GMC conversion vans. Wish stuff like that was still being made. I got kids now and don't really want a truck, minivan, or 3 row SUV. Give me an old van like this I can tow a little trailer with. Promasters and Sprinters are pricey and less cozy than these 90s beasts.

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +2

      ya it is interesting how much vans have changed and seems kind of un necessary lol these old things really make ya think haha

  • @stevenm8429
    @stevenm8429 6 місяців тому +13

    Reminds me of your good old videos. Welcome back Phill.

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +2

      thank you I really appreciate that! I have gone through some burn out for sure but exciting to get back to more videos like this. thanks for your comment!

  • @coldspring624
    @coldspring624 6 місяців тому +20

    Had one of those 190. The wife bought it when we were looking for land. I was not impressed until we started using it. In the end I dont think you can beat them for run and gun traveling

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      thats awesome. it is a hard to beat platform for the price they are out there these days, thats for sure!

  • @chancesareshewears
    @chancesareshewears 6 місяців тому +20

    3K? I can't believe you picked it up that cheap. The ROAD TREK is still a very desirable and in demand vehicle.

    • @AquarianNomadic
      @AquarianNomadic 6 місяців тому +2

      We'll soon find out if it's worth it.

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +6

      my buddy bought it for $3600. he gets all the good deals!

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +3

      @@AquarianNomadic Jeremy has owned it 3 years I think. It's been at two king of the hammers so far. running strong!

  • @safn1949
    @safn1949 5 місяців тому +3

    In 2007 I bought a 1988 Chevy C20 custom van for $800, it didn't have as much inside as you have, that's a really nice setup. Got 14mpg with the 5.7, I spent every weekend in it during spring and summer.

  • @Foodmeow
    @Foodmeow 6 місяців тому +16

    Even having the option to turning the van into a 4x4 conversion is gnarly. Plus you got more space to play in

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      yes lots of interchangeable parts so it wouldn't even be too crazy custom!

    • @UntamedAustin
      @UntamedAustin 6 місяців тому

      Insanely expensive to convert to a 4x4. That would require a rig in pristine conditiom that you really wanted to keep a long time to justify it. There would be really no good reason to do it to an old Roadtrek.

    • @1jackvalley580
      @1jackvalley580 6 місяців тому +2

      These older rigs are going to have way less problems than the new ones, less sensor problems and way less electrical problems ✌️

  • @Freedomjustice-DC
    @Freedomjustice-DC 6 місяців тому +2

    You sir are a one of a kind.
    Never stop being who you are.
    Be Blessed

  • @largemarge1603
    @largemarge1603 6 місяців тому +10

    03:16
    We are watching a 'Bambi Bucket'.
    Different versions can carry a couple hundred gallons up to a couple thousand gallons.

    • @everett3223
      @everett3223 6 місяців тому +1

      We called it pumpkin

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +1

      nice! thanks for the heads up. and yes my firefighter friend after that said pumpin as well @everett3223

  • @esiebert7625
    @esiebert7625 6 місяців тому +26

    Those old full size vans are great

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +2

      they are gems!

  • @waltmatters1174
    @waltmatters1174 6 місяців тому +6

    That van is awesome looking forward to seeing some road trips in it.

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +1

      thank you! back to back videos coming this weekend too!!

  • @camt1818
    @camt1818 6 місяців тому +4

    A local car auction I frequent got an early 90s Roadtrek a couple years ago. Now this is one of those auctions at a donation/thrift store in a rough part of town. I expected it to go for like $6k based on previous RVs auctioned off. Hoped for less, but it ended up going for $17k! Granted it was pristine, and would be worth $22-24k at a dealer. Man I wanted it!

  • @OverlandOne
    @OverlandOne 6 місяців тому +1

    I'm in a 1998 hightop Dodge B1500 I built to live in. Been traveling a year in it and I love it. 5.2 is a good engine. My van now has 110,000 miles. Safe travels.

  • @blackwoodslawn
    @blackwoodslawn 6 місяців тому +3

    Classic Road Trek.
    Everything you need.
    I have the 2002 Dodge conversion van.
    It did the trick a long time.
    We outgrew it and got a B+.
    Enjoy your Vanlife adventures.

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      thank you! and thats awesome. you are correct they really do check a lot of boxes, especially the money one!

  • @CampingNE
    @CampingNE 6 місяців тому +1

    UK here..I have absolute van envy here.. love this retro utitlatarian bit of kit what a well designed vehicle. love it.

  • @tjme
    @tjme 6 місяців тому +5

    That van is awesome! Those old Roadtrek 190s were built like tanks and ran forever.

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +1

      it seems to be just that so far!!

    • @RIVERSIDEREVIEWS
      @RIVERSIDEREVIEWS 6 місяців тому +1

      Most van are designed for commercial use at the core so makes sense.

  • @michaelholbrook4401
    @michaelholbrook4401 6 місяців тому +1

    And... I'm back to watching your videos regularly. I'm not saying there was anything wrong with your Jeep setup, but it was not my "cup of tea", so I was only watching the occasional non-Jeep related video. Welcome back to my interest zone... for what it's worth. :)

  • @charlidabomb3723
    @charlidabomb3723 5 місяців тому +1

    I think thats an amazing plan and starting somewhere reasonable i stead of an 80,000 dollar sprinter is just what some people need to see. It doesnt have to cost every dime you have. You can do it reasonably if you look around you would be amazed what you can get for your money...

  • @NorthwestLights206
    @NorthwestLights206 6 місяців тому +5

    Good old Highway 17 Fire show. You are making me miss Arizona summer camping up north

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      haha right? seems to happen a lot with overheating cars and such

  • @milesdyson
    @milesdyson 6 місяців тому +2

    "Why am I driving this?"
    Do you need a reason? That thing is awesome!

  • @karsonbranham3900
    @karsonbranham3900 6 місяців тому +3

    Love the wing windows! They are a throwback for sure, I wish they still were in new rigs!

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      I meant to say that in the video, they let in SO much air! love them

  • @danbgt
    @danbgt 5 місяців тому +7

    I inherited a 1994 Dodge Van RoadTrek when my dad passed away in 2004. It had just over 100,000 miles on it. My mom and dad had driven it to all the lower 48 states twice. It was in great shape. I sure wish I had kept it. 😢

  • @ed8063
    @ed8063 6 місяців тому +3

    The outside is a little rough but I really like the size and layout of the older Roadtrek vans. Other than their age (reliability?), I think it would be awesome.

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      yes the paint is peeling just a bit!

  • @lydialangfordjoiner765
    @lydialangfordjoiner765 6 місяців тому +1

    It’s a great camper van! Thank you for sharing this!

  • @SACMP6
    @SACMP6 6 місяців тому +13

    Oh, no! Not just a camper van…but…a ROADTREK!

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +1

      one and only!

  • @largemarge1603
    @largemarge1603 6 місяців тому +2

    07:05
    Digging the soundtrack!
    Reminds me of Commander Cody And The Lost Planet Airmen!...
    ... with a touch of PANAMA RED!

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      haha thank you I looked a while at a song for this and dug this one too

  • @rogerlikes
    @rogerlikes 4 місяці тому

    I almost bought one of those about 10 years ago, they seemed to hold the value pretty well. enjoy tour classic adventure

  • @VickiRiley-jx5zp
    @VickiRiley-jx5zp 6 місяців тому +2

    I would LOVE to have this van to live in!! 🤗

  • @MamaJ1997
    @MamaJ1997 3 місяці тому +1

    I would love a vehicle like that!! I’ve been trying to figure out how to get out for years

  • @worklessenjoylifemore
    @worklessenjoylifemore 6 місяців тому +7

    That van looks awesome! Really enjoyed this video 🤙

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +1

      thank you I had a lot of fun making it and im really happy with how it came together, and the response!

  • @BJ-dv7dk
    @BJ-dv7dk 3 місяці тому

    A high top conversion van was my dream vehicle back in the 70s. I think this is awesome.

  • @LucysVanAndale
    @LucysVanAndale 3 місяці тому

    I absolutely love this 😍 I have a Ford econoline 150 but have considered something like this. I love the old-school vans.

  • @mccpro1919
    @mccpro1919 6 місяців тому +7

    Man clean that windshield 😂

  • @silvermonk13
    @silvermonk13 6 місяців тому +1

    Awesome stuff! Can't wait to see what new rig you choose. Been looking for a van but I want it to be able to tow my Tacoma. So I can have my house and my off-road toy

  • @nurseelliott4256
    @nurseelliott4256 6 місяців тому +2

    I seem seen a few videos of those type van. I think they are really cool and I would want one too.

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      they are pretty popular and neat! you can find them usually pretty cheap in this case, and even for $5-10k usually

  • @stevez340
    @stevez340 6 місяців тому +2

    It may not go where your Gladiator can but it’s 100 times more comfortable and livable👍

  • @freefromit2
    @freefromit2 4 місяці тому

    I had a 90's big ass GMC van. perfect for so many things like camping for one. I still miss that van to this day,

  • @TheTruckersHustle
    @TheTruckersHustle 2 місяці тому

    Not even a quarter of the way through the video and I’m loving it man!

  • @CurtisDrew1
    @CurtisDrew1 6 місяців тому +6

    Get some of those Jeep axles under the van and enjoy all the extra space.

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      that would be so rad to have the UD60's under here! just a liiiiiitle bit of work lol

    • @CurtisDrew1
      @CurtisDrew1 6 місяців тому

      The funny thing is that is, I'm hot rodding, refurbishing, and upgrading a 37' 1990 Class A Fleetwood, and have found a Dana 70 front drive axle for it. And since it has a tag axle, I'm seriously thinking 6X6 drivetrain. That or a Robson Drive for the tag axle!
      But not for heavy off roading, but for soft beach, snow running, and light off roading. But I want it that way so I can put my base camp farther back in for rock crawling in my towed! The real expedition set up rig.
      460 EFI &C6 are replaced with a 400hp Cummins and Allison 1000 tranny and limited slip in the regeared Dana 80. Just finished the Victon solar system upgrade so I can go full boondocking.
      I've always been a van fan. I converted a 68 Chevy van in the 70s to 4wd for dirt bike hauling and camping. It was a blast!

  • @jpz_6904
    @jpz_6904 6 місяців тому +10

    Uncle Rico is DOWN2MOB!

  • @1jackvalley580
    @1jackvalley580 6 місяців тому

    This is a great rig, a lot of room and cozy. I would make sure all fluids are replaced👍🙏🐾

  • @bethruble-uw7hj
    @bethruble-uw7hj 5 місяців тому

    Love it !! Now thats what being free looks like have fun 😊

  • @ginawhite3728
    @ginawhite3728 6 місяців тому

    Love love love your van, I hope you enjoy it I'm so envious 😊

  • @endurotruckererniedesjardins
    @endurotruckererniedesjardins 6 місяців тому +1

    I love my ford Econoline E350 van... I was just givin a 06 f250 4x4 as a donor to axle swap it to 4 wheel drive. Possibly a v12 cummins or keep e 5.4L triton.. it runs perfectly... so I'm on the fence...
    Jerry Arbs a friend of mine runs a 77 b200 camper dodge van.. it does really well

    • @reidcrosby6241
      @reidcrosby6241 6 місяців тому

      The axles from a F350 will be for a narrower frame. You need Van axles. They are wider. You can weld the spring mounts on the axle to new locations. Keep the 5.4, good engine

  • @DebbieDStripling
    @DebbieDStripling 4 місяці тому

    I was in the fires in Ruidoso NM back in June. We were evacuated. Then after fires were 70% contained. We were hit with flooding for 3 weeks! It’s been horrible!

  • @davesullivan8073
    @davesullivan8073 6 місяців тому

    Those old road trucks are cool. I definitely get rid of that seat by the door though and honestly when you tear into those things it’s too much work so I just leave everything just about how it is and just enjoy it. I’m kind of guessing the air conditioning worked too.

  • @dsmck70
    @dsmck70 6 місяців тому +6

    I love it! I've always wanted a Roadtrek.

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      they are sweet!!

  • @adinahirschmann3112
    @adinahirschmann3112 3 місяці тому

    I had a 1985 ChevyVan20 raised-roof passenger van with a similar peeling paint job. Similar long wheelbase. I wish I still had it to convert into a camper.

  • @musicmarlene
    @musicmarlene 6 місяців тому

    We have a 99D190P Roadtrek, love it but it’s not very good for serious off-roading. Ours is similar up yours. We took out the Third seat and put 12V large fridge that runs on solar.

  • @leonawilliams6599
    @leonawilliams6599 6 місяців тому +1

    Not bad looks in good shape to enjoy

  • @daveclick9913
    @daveclick9913 5 місяців тому

    That's so awesome that that van is all original and in great shape I miss them old vans ford and GM also had there version them vans are gaining in popularity again and weight wise they will surprise u how they pull

  • @briansanchez1060
    @briansanchez1060 6 місяців тому +1

    My good friend lives in one of those down here in Florida, great van

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      florida, niiiice! Ya it's got a nice window unit AC cheap to replace if need be!

  • @cabovercamperdarren1286
    @cabovercamperdarren1286 6 місяців тому +2

    Can't wait to see your next BIGGER RIG,love the videos the 90's campers were built very well and were expensive for the day,almost everything works in my 93 lance truck camper

  • @johnpeddicord4932
    @johnpeddicord4932 6 місяців тому +1

    Enjoyed, also easy to put on pants, Dodge built tuff

  • @captainhappy
    @captainhappy 6 місяців тому +2

    It would be great if I could afford such camper van - especially the usage of it. If money wouldn't be a problem I could drive that all around the world, doing photography everywhere. Having access to different places, that doesn't come for free I can say.

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +1

      You can afford to do that. Idk who you are but if you have a computer and pay for monthly internet you can probably afford to live in a $3k van, live your dream now! It may turn into a life you could never even imagine

  • @AliRnBPopAndReggae
    @AliRnBPopAndReggae 6 місяців тому +3

    I’m always into vans!🤗

  • @RobertPeru2749
    @RobertPeru2749 22 дні тому

    Beautiful van. Thanks for sharing.

  • @largemarge1603
    @largemarge1603 6 місяців тому +1

    03:59
    If I was me with a remote off-grid property, I would probably trim all the tree branches up to at least waist-level.
    I would move a lot of fuels away from equipment and my residence.

  • @ImChrisDeDecker
    @ImChrisDeDecker 6 місяців тому +1

    Loveeee that van. It’s perfect honestly

  • @nancytrekker
    @nancytrekker 6 місяців тому

    Jeremy's rig is RAD, Phil! I would love to upgrade from my Jeep Cherokee to something like this.

  • @batcactus6046
    @batcactus6046 5 місяців тому

    Super nice. Slow down a little so we can see. Love the oak cabinets. My 83 Westy is jealous.

  • @markpatceg5582
    @markpatceg5582 6 місяців тому +2

    Ride in the water drop like it's a hot tub! Time of your life baby!!!

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      wow that sounds insane LMFAO!!!

  • @aarongarcia1101
    @aarongarcia1101 6 місяців тому

    That is a nice rig and a good deal for sure. It looks to have little wear and little use in the camper and that is the big part. You can modify it however you like and the engine is good for 300

  • @fmxman1564
    @fmxman1564 6 місяців тому +5

    Up your coolness factor by 10

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      hahaa heck ya!!

  • @cindy-louwho9311
    @cindy-louwho9311 6 місяців тому +2

    Im loving the adventure. You're transporting it for someone? Cheaper than a monthly payment... 👍

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому +1

      thank you! actually just a good friend who let me borrow it as im in between home on wheelssssiz

    • @MeTreesndirt
      @MeTreesndirt 6 місяців тому

      ​@@Down2Mob.
      thank him for letting us look see.

  • @conchscooter
    @conchscooter 6 місяців тому

    This is the wrong audience for a van but they work for those of us that like them. Sure we miss out on some places but we’re in South America in a Promaster seeing what we want to see in comfort.
    Cheers from Ibarra Ecuador.

  • @zpadventures7440
    @zpadventures7440 5 місяців тому

    Gotta love the Bambi buckets pickin up water out the pumpkins

  • @michaelbarr6825
    @michaelbarr6825 5 місяців тому

    Hope to catch you at mid Atlantic overland festival again in pa this year!

  • @heinz812
    @heinz812 6 місяців тому

    I totally loved the first 30 seconds! I’m guessing because it was affordable ( not cheap) which makes it doable 😊

  • @lawrencemendez143
    @lawrencemendez143 6 місяців тому

    I noticed that Kilt Lifter at the bottom of the fridge. I am actually drinking a Kilt Lifter tall boy as I watch this video. Good choice my friend. Cheers!

  • @PuzzleCollege
    @PuzzleCollege 4 місяці тому

    Nicest soundtrack. Pedal steel steals my heart!

  • @elainelipscomb1476
    @elainelipscomb1476 6 місяців тому +1

    Really neat van.Enjoy your camping.

  • @macho4x4warlock98
    @macho4x4warlock98 6 місяців тому +4

    Waiting for the next episode with new front drive axle installation , rear suspension lift and bolt on supercharger........

    • @Down2Mob
      @Down2Mob  6 місяців тому

      hahaha you know me so well

  • @sammallory
    @sammallory 6 місяців тому

    Super happy for you dude. The process is gonna be rad.

  • @averagealice8877
    @averagealice8877 6 місяців тому

    We bought a year 2000 Roadtrek 5 years ago that had been somewhat abused by previous owners, and the amount of repairs has been crazy. We still like it and use it and the functionality beats all the Sprinter vans I've seen so far (except for feeling more cramped in terms of headroom, and having sub-par gas mileage). More and more I'm starting to have more respect for these older Dodge models (ours is a Chevy 3500 7 liter v8). We've gone a lot of good places off road in ours by getting it lifted 3 inches, having all terrain tires and airing down when appropriate. Still ours feels like a ticking time bomb. Just waiting for the next repair to rear it's ugly head!

  • @fatmanoverlanding
    @fatmanoverlanding 6 місяців тому

    As it is right now, I get serial killer vibe if I saw that van, especially if parked on its own in the middle of the wood,. 😲 But if it's restored inside and out, and slapped with a new lick of paint, its an uber cool retro van. Retro design is so in right now.

  • @jimeaton805
    @jimeaton805 6 місяців тому +1

    I would love to live in a van like that.

  • @CheeseLayong
    @CheeseLayong 6 місяців тому

    Dude. For real?! Lol. Well, it looks like its more comfy. Those seats are plushy!

  • @wacobob56dad
    @wacobob56dad 6 місяців тому +3

    Camping with the guy from Hangover.

  • @stv111play
    @stv111play 5 місяців тому

    i was vanning in 1980 ford duel gas tanks. bet days ever. first van life was a small community, USA was more open and boondocking not to hard to find a good spot and be left alone. camping was simplified without all gadgets

  • @MeTreesndirt
    @MeTreesndirt 6 місяців тому

    I like it aloT. Wish I couod find such a deal.
    What year is it?

  • @gsprings43
    @gsprings43 6 місяців тому

    Those vans are so big and comfy inside,,,,and with modern tech you can do a lot to it

  • @Thesaltymedic36
    @Thesaltymedic36 6 місяців тому +1

    I use to work for Dodge back in the 1900’s 😂 and had to put a transmission in a camper van just like that. A burned up A518. Had to drop some tanks to do it and what a pain 😂 I did think it was cool back then. I thought it would have had a 360 in it 🤔. Road trek made a decent Rv.

  • @laurieaddis2558
    @laurieaddis2558 5 місяців тому

    I just bought a 1989 dodge ram 350 it’s in the shop getting an overhaul to the tune of 5,297 dollars. I still have to buy new tires and check out the stove, refrigerator,tanks.

  • @richiela2488
    @richiela2488 5 місяців тому

    Before I heard your explanation on why your in it…. It’s dope bro. I’d love to have something like that. Go see some cool shizz with it. Safe travels 🙌🏽💙

  • @melissasalsbury4705
    @melissasalsbury4705 6 місяців тому

    Did you know the previous owner well? What a score! I love it so much. Are the windows all good or would you replace them?

  • @stevefielden6408
    @stevefielden6408 5 місяців тому +1

    Cool van you have my

  • @agoodlife2
    @agoodlife2 6 місяців тому

    I owned a 1990 over 6 years, loved it

  • @pirateshack9315
    @pirateshack9315 5 місяців тому

    Just get something and GO ! Love my Dodge Roadtrek !

  • @leilal8053
    @leilal8053 3 місяці тому

    I love those skylights.

  • @rtshort
    @rtshort 6 місяців тому

    That was ahead of its time. Very nice for the day. :)