The Dove - Camper Van Conversion - Ford Econoline E-150
Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары
Newly converted van designed and built by architectural designer and engineer couple. We lived full time in our own converted van for several years from 2015 to 2019 (not this van), and we designed this one with all of the upgrades we would have wished for based on our experience on the road. This build is brand new, we’ve just taken it on two short test trips to work out any kinks.
Vehicle:
- 2006 Ford E-150,
- V8 / 5.4L engine, RWD
- 57,030 miles
- Clean title in hand
- 20mpg fully loaded on the highway
- Tow hitch
- Brand new starter battery
- This van had carpeted protective panels professionally-installed when it was new, which kept it in great condition and virtually scratch-free from the inside (it was previously used by a private investigator who surveilled from the back while stationary most of the time, which is why it has so few miles)
- Drives very strong. This van will last a long while!
- Backup camera
- Power locks
- Manual windows
- A/C blows cold
Build features:
Living:
- Full-sized bed converts within seconds to double-sided couch without having to rearrange cushions or re-make bedding every night (new Linenspa 5” memory foam mattress)
- Convenient side-door access to sink for easy washing, water jug refill, and grey water emptying. Faucet has retractable hose and can pivot to be used at side door.
- Optional Thetford 135 portable toilet (unused)
- Push-to-open hide-away worktop table
- All drawers and cabinets easily and securely lock
- MaxxAir fan 5100 fan (has 10-speeds and reverse airflow option)
- Skylight above bed for natural light without sacrificing privacy and for a passive-airflow option
- Custom blackout back window curtains and cab partition curtain with easy magnetic attachments (made with insulating material)
- Cork board for customized decor
Cooking:
- Cooking drawer with new Eureka Ignite double burner stove, storage for pots/pans below, and fuel bottle storage compartment in back of drawer. Cooking drawer is designed to be used while sitting at the bench/table, but can easily be moved around to cook outside for example.
Plumbing/Water:
- Two new Reliance 6 gallon water jugs below sink (12 gallons total)
- Sink drains to grey water jug below sink
- Shurflo 4008 water pump below sink, controlled with switch above sink
- Hand pump sprayer in back for easy gear-rinse and/or showers (we found this incredibly useful and water-efficient in our past vanlife!)
Open storage:
- Several open storage cabinets (removable shelving in tall closed cabinet)
- Tall cabinet with removable shelving
- Flip-top deep storage to the right of sink (above passenger-side wheel well)
- Upper cabinet above sink
- Extra storage in toilet drawer
- Open middle drawer (between stove drawer and toilet drawer)
- Open drawer above fridge/cooler drawer
- If fridge/cooler is not needed, you can easily place bins in drawer for extra storage
- Open gear storage under bed (accessed from back doors)
Electrical:
- House battery: Renogy 100 Ah AGM sealed maintenance-free deep cycle battery
- Battery charges from a Renogy 100W solar panel with 30A charge controller while parked
- Battery charges from the van’s alternator while driving. Battery isolator keeps the house and starter battery isolated when parked.
- 750/1500W power inverter
- Fridge/cooler drawer designed (and wired) to hold either a 12 volt chest-style fridge (like Dometic CFX 35) or a 35-45 liter cooler (like Yeti or Rtic)
- 2-zone dimmable lighting, dimmer switch-controlled (8 puck lights total)
- 4 usb plugs
- Voltmeter shows battery health and current charging voltage
- All wire connections have been soldered and heat-shrinked so that they don’t come undone and cause electrical issues with the vibrations of driving
Located in Northern California - Auburn, CA.
Пікірлер: 283
Thank you for presenting this clean and functional van simply and straight to the point. I really like the silence. You let the van speak for itself.👍🏾🙂🌹
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm glad you've enjoyed the silent approach!
@user-bk7gi4kh8n
Жыл бұрын
@@ridewildcampervans9432 💯 thank u ..I started watching your video within 15 seconds I said this girl is my hero
This van build is perfect. It has a toilet out of sight a full functional kitchen and plenty of storage. And I love how the water is set up.
I am absolutely impressed 😮 just when you think you can't make an original build this comes on! Incredible! I don't even miss the standing room... Please sell your build plans!
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! We have the 3-d model available in Google's modeling program Sketch Up. You would obviously still need to make final measurements when building the van.
@mrmightydik
2 жыл бұрын
@@ridewildcampervans9432 great video! where can download the build plan?
@spartan076
2 жыл бұрын
I’d be interested in your build plans as well! I have my eyes on a van that I hope to be purchasing soon.
@mayank_unscripted
2 жыл бұрын
@@ridewildcampervans9432 yes, indeed a lovely build! Would love to reference your build plans and derivie further inspiration! Much love and peace to you all ~ safe travels!
@wildestcowboy2668
Жыл бұрын
Guys let's face it. A beautiful woman like that makes you motivated to fix your old van up... She's so pretty and adorable.
Nice build, the interior has such a clean look . Thumbs up to the designer 👍 that came up with the layout.
One of the nicest cleanest build!
Great presentation, nice design for a low top van reminds me of a Westfalia camper.
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
That's a big compliment! Westfalia's are nice campers!
I love how stealth it was.. simple.. minimalist. Plan like it made for specific built.
This is so well-done.
Nicely done, I particularly like your simple/informative presentation.
This is absolutely perfect simple and minimal I would like it more cabin like certainly like more details. Perfect
What a unique way to present your van. We were shown all parts, the potential for storage. So clean!!
please show how you made the bed fold. thanks
Stunning build. Less is more. Beautifully executed. And you look happy and healthy :) kudos. I might do something similar. Oh, this thing is stealthy!
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yeah, it would be awesome if you can get some ideas from this!
Great layout and design. I like the bed oriented that way, leaves room for cabinets. Skylight da nice touch
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
The skylight is one of our favorites too! It adds so much more natural light to it and is great for cloud watching!
One of the best presentation I've seen so far, not to mention the build and layout.I would love to have a van like that.
Lot of nice features for a regular van. Nice!
This is perfect! So simple and clean. Versatile with everything you need. 👍👍
I'm sure you will go far in this business. All the luck to you but you guys have skill.
Clean neat simple look..I like it very much. Well done, thanks for sharing your wonderful work.💕👍
I keep watching this video. I love this build. My favorite part is the removable cooking box. Inside outside cooking...love it!
Looks pretty comfortable and the cabinetry was very nicely done. Simple and efficient. Well done. Apparently, this video was made before talkies.
oh my gawd. this build is NICE!
Wow you did an excellent job! What a creative way to arrange everything that a person could need to live very comfortably! Very clever!
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I'm happy people can appreciate the thought that went into it!
One of the best utilizing of space I have seen yet, Rock!
Good job . I like the position of your water bottles , easy to get at .👍
Hello, amazing job 👌. Nice and practical 👍. I wish you beautiful experiences on the road. Sincerely, Martin.
Drivers seat MUST recline! Well done!!
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
We've angled the drawer unit at the top so that you can actually still recline the seat! 🙂
Very nice build, I'm definitely will like to do something similar on my van conversion. Thank you for the presentation!! Muchas Gracias!
Excellent minimalist build because fancy always breaks 😉
Very smart layout, all needs covered very well!
Love your van set up, I am sure it is perfect for your needs. Our camper van is similar and of course, built for our needs. Have fun camping
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Can we see your van somewhere? Have fun camping!
Very nice build, can tell you have experience.
The woodworking "fit and finish" look VERY nice on this. 👍
Very beautiful lady. Her being so small makes it appear that u have ALOT of space. She's got my vote!
Excellent presentation and what a beauty you are.
I absolutely love this buildout!!!
I love the way how you are explaining everything
Brilliant design and use of space!
Good God thank you for making such a nice video and your rig is a beaut!
that's a very cool and clean conversion, awesome! thank you for sharing!
Clean lines, plenty of storage. Right up alley. Maybe someday. : )
The best one I’ve seen. So simple and clean. Copying this!
Very functional and clean!
Damn seems to be already sold. Good job!
Very clean build. I love it.
very nice build everything you need so convenient, Nice and clean
I really like this build it's simple and yet very nice
Nice setup!! 👍👍
Nice build!!
Wow, nice set up!
That's what I'm talking about. Brilliant build & video. TY!!
Build is so clean!
Nice build. I like the simple aesthetic. For some that likes that bed layout, it's perfect. This was the first layout I had in my van. Now I prefer the bed lengthwise along the van, as it consumes less space.
@mikefranks4528
2 жыл бұрын
@Dave G I am thinking the same for my upcoming van build. I only need to put an internal leveler (like a shim) to make sure I am leveled when I go overnighting on a crowned street. If the other orientation my head would be at the high end for a better night's sleep.
@MeetDaveG
2 жыл бұрын
@@mikefranks4528 A lengthwise bed changes the entire feel of the van. If your storage cabinets are proportionate in relation to the bed, your van will feel more spacious and open.
@MeetDaveG
2 жыл бұрын
@@mikefranks4528 My head is towards the front of the van. Works great.
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
How tall are you? I was dreaming of putting the bed sideways since it opens up a lot of other opportunities, but my partner would not fit sideways. 😬
@MeetDaveG
2 жыл бұрын
@@ridewildcampervans9432 I'm 5'11 1/2 . I had to sleep on an angle with my first bed layout.
My love this is so well thought out and put together
I love them, when they don't talk!....😊
FANTASTIC design!
Tremendous setup !
What a nice build. I love it
Amazing build!
Brilliant Simplicity...brilliant 🚐
You are a genius ! Absolutely brilliant . ✔👍
Beautiful 🤗 the van is too lol
Nice build
This is dope. I have an E250 and this is a great contribution.
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
It's a great van! I hope you got some inspiration from it!
Very neat.... Good 👍 job 👌👍
Wow, that's clean!
one of the best builds
well made, looks cozy
Very nice! Love it
beautiful, I just converted an e150 too. First time I've ever done that and i just started putting varnish on the insides last night so I am almost done. It takes a lot more time than people realize lol but it was a lot of fun with a lot of unknown challenges when I started because mine had a factory conversion and they cut a lot of the inner sheetmetal on the walls out in order to do the factory conversion. Made for a fun build to say the least lol
@alvenatgolden1781
2 жыл бұрын
Nice !How long is the Van?
@sharpridgehomestead
2 жыл бұрын
@@alvenatgolden1781 mine, according to online data published is overall 212 inches in length. But the usable area from the front seats to the rear door is roughly 6 feet wide and 10 feet long. I just finished the van recently and have a few videos online if you want to have a look. It has a few unique features.
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
Isn't it amazing how much time you can sink in your conversion? 🤣
@sharpridgehomestead
2 жыл бұрын
@@ridewildcampervans9432 you are not joking, I think it was close to 300 hours
It's the ultimate cubicle. Super efficient.
This is brilliant!!!!
Thanks for showing off your camper robot girl!
Nice job!
@MikeAndTheGreatOutdoors
2 жыл бұрын
ReLly nice!
Awesome build
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you like it
That's a very nice and clean set up. I'm very in impressed. My build looks nothing like that 😅
Dove shack. Brilliant.
Wonderful! Also with informal outfit
So beautiful
Excellent build, the van is nice also
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
Clever! 🤪
@kristopheradams4235
2 жыл бұрын
Haha
This was the most surreal van build video I've ever seen, lol. The music at the end shocked me out of the cool clinical atmosphere.
Very super clean nice build...awesome..you should find movable back windows you can open...i found some for my E250...
@extramedium3920
4 ай бұрын
I have been looking for one for a while. Any leads?
That computer desk is pretty cool you could pull that out and eat on it too
Very nice, thanks 👍
Simple n functional....👌👌👍👍✌️
Nice. I have the same exact van. I just wish the back side was a longer bed. But it still works great for living
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
It's an awesome van for sure!
Nice! I like it.
Love your van build. I'd like to come and see you to discuss an idea I'd like o have done to my van build when I get back to California.
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
Hit us up! We're in NorCal.
Buen vídeo 👌 gracias.
Clean, Simple and Smooth.......Legs. And the van as well.....
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
Clever 🤪
I love it because it's simple. Some people overdo campers. This is nice and practical. BTW, that girls in great shape. Looks like a yoga enthusiast or gymnastics maybe
A youtube channel for introverts 🤣.Fantastic
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
Good observation skills!
Nice one🤩
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🤗
jolie van, bravo ...
Bonjour😃 Tout simplement magnifique félicitations 👍🕊
@ridewildcampervans9432
2 жыл бұрын
Merci!
Very nice. Is it for sale.? If not, You should get 2/3 Lap style seat belts on line, attach them to your bed when in bench mode, and you can carry extra passengers when Needed.
I converted my 2006 E-250 and love it. Not sure how you found one with such low miles, but great! Still need to do the overheads cabs on mine, it's kinda tricky.
I saw cooking and bathroom set up. Did I miss a fridge or cooler??? Other that that. Cool..
Awesome! Simple.
Ditto to all the other comments. Very clean lines. Really nice.