2013 E350 New Build

[derJack]

Originally Posted by skinny

Added the third layer of insulation on the drivers side. These panels are ready to be installed for the last time. I left it off where the panel will attach to the framing or metal. I also cut some backer strips and covered them to slip behind the panels where they join together. It should help keep both panels to follow the same curve and stay flush with each other.
Installed the front headliner and cut the panel for the back headliner.

Cut the wall panel for the passenger side and have it ready to cover up tomorrow. I thought I'd try this method out instead of building another panel to cover up the column.

Hi, did you plan anything against water/steam between the steal body and the panels?

[boywonder]

Originally Posted by skinny

I AM READY!!!!! I will be leaving for San Diego on the 13th to meet up with the suspension king, Ramsey at Agile Offroad, for a Fox shock system. I will hang out on the Southern coast between San Luis Obispo and Monterey until the end of February when I will be joining he and the group for the Baja adventure.

Skinny: when are you planning on being at Ramsey's shop? If I can get some time, I'd like to check out your rig, and possibly have Ramsey take a look at my 4WD setup......

[skinny]

It appears that my van has packed on a few lbs. since I weighed it right after the build. About 1400 lbs of gear, food, and water.
My front axle came in at 4340 and the rear at 4925 for a total of 9265.
I was supposed to leave today but it looks like I'm going to be a few days late. I had ordered a few things at the last minute that I have to wait for and the pretty much didn't sew the covers together on the mattress I ordered, like I had asked. The new one will be here Wednesday so hope to get on the road by the afternoon.

[skinny]

Originally Posted by boywonder

Skinny: when are you planning on being at Ramsey's shop? If I can get some time, I'd like to check out your rig, and possibly have Ramsey take a look at my 4WD setup......

Hope to get out there by the weekend. I will have to check with Ramsey to see when he can get me in because I'm running a few days late now.

[CLMorgan]

Well thought out and stunning build.

[Drizzt]

Originally Posted by skinny

Is that part of the inner wall skin removed or am I missing something? If it is what is the purpose of that?

Edit: Looks like the picture didn't quote. I'm referring to the third picture in a post from Mon Nov 04, 2013 9:21 pm: viewtopic.php?p=114414#p114414

[skinny]

Originally Posted by Drizzt

Is that part of the inner wall skin removed or am I missing something? If it is what is the purpose of that?

Edit: Looks like the picture didn't quote. I'm referring to the third picture in a post from Mon Nov 04, 2013 9:21 pm: viewtopic.php?p=114414#p114414

Yes, I cut out most of the interior layer. I was able to do a lot better job of insulating without it there.

[c7train]

Seriously, are you building vans? I did a "home build" and it looks like a frickin' yard sale compared to what you have done. pm me if you are actually considering doing some van work for cash. I have most, if not all appliances and such for you.

[Gh0ztkid21]

How do you like the 3m bra? I was contemplating wrapping my van in it to protect it. Did you just get the hood bra or did you wrap anything else with it?

[evy]

great build thread!
I'm also building mine (non 4x4).

I have a question about your passenger swivel seat.
Is it an OEM original seat from the van?
what swivel did you use?

I was looking at a model made Factory RV Surplus. But I'm worried it's not going to swivel without bumping on the door or dog house.

- Swivel Pedestal for Captains Chair - Price: $50.00 - Factory RV Surplus - 1611 W Bristol St, Elkhart, IN 46514 (800) 325-1461 (574) 262-3327