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08-21-2013, 05:16 AM
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Best Van for 4x4 conversion
I have been planning/saving for a Ford 4x4 Sportsmobile by 2014. I see Ford is discontinuing the Econoline. Any advice on which van will make the best 4x4 conversion- Dodge, Chevy? Is it worth making sure I get an E-350 before it is discontinued?
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08-21-2013, 09:36 AM
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Re: Best Van for 4x4 conversion
By far, the Ford E series van is the best supported van for 4x4 conversion, so it is most cost effective. Just about any thing can be converted though - but may be more of a FrankenVan than you want or more costly.
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08-21-2013, 08:03 PM
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Re: Best Van for 4x4 conversion
Agreed. Ford is the easiest. Get the V10, it has the 5R110 transmission, great unit.
And, you can order a 2014 E series right now. They won't be discontinued until 2015. The cab/chassis will be around until 2019 and there are rumors of a basic white cargo van being around till then.
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08-21-2013, 08:31 PM
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Re: Best Van for 4x4 conversion
Some shops (SMB and QuadVan) only do the E-series.
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08-22-2013, 02:43 PM
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Re: Best Van for 4x4 conversion
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08-22-2013, 10:56 PM
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Re: Best Van for 4x4 conversion
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08-23-2013, 11:03 AM
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Re: Best Van for 4x4 conversion
With that being said, when is the latest you can order a 2014?
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08-26-2013, 07:21 AM
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Re: Best Van for 4x4 conversion
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08-26-2013, 07:22 AM
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Re: Best Van for 4x4 conversion
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With that being said, when is the latest you can order a 2014?
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Don't know the exact date, but its sometime mid summer? I would say 7/1/13 to be safe.
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02 E350 7.3 (V4)
17 Focus RS, 90 SHO, 49 CJ2A, 89 LSC, 20 T250 AWD
ujointoffroad.com
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08-26-2013, 08:23 AM
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Re: Best Van for 4x4 conversion
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With that being said, when is the latest you can order a 2014?
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Don't know the exact date, but its sometime mid summer? I would say 7/1/1 4 to be safe.
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