Here we go again - 2011 E350 build

[86Scotty]

Thanks guys. The plan is for the CCV high pop top. Our experience with our last van, the white Chevy AWD, is that an RB is just too tight for a fixed high top. We loved the size and styling but need a little more room to stretch out when camped. I would've bought an EB van if one had come along but I could not pass up the deal on this one so we're going to make do.

The CCV high pop top has 68" of walk around when lowered, IIRC, so she will be able to stand completely even with it down. I'm planning with Ray (1dr) how to stack and store bed sections for the most walk around space with top lowered.

Felix, I definitely don't know everything my friend, but collectively we're all living the dream. It's 10 here today so if I can get the shop warm enough I might start the RIP kit.

Happy Holidays to all you guys, hope you're staying warm and enjoying it.

[86Scotty]

I finally figured out how to post my own Youtube video within a forum post. That should've been easier. Anyway, to see how the fold down stove works look above in post 3.

[aarcaris]

Looks like a great find and great work so far! I'm looking forward to following along.

[JWA]

Very nice work Scotty!

I'll be interested seeing your finished 60% door storage addition. I did my own, this is the result:





There's a lot of "found" room in the door shells if you're creative enough to capture it.

I did this as well but soon changed it to completely eliminate the hinged door, tools now carried on a backer that's permanently attached to the back side of the opening:

[boywonder]

The message you have entered is too friggin' short......

[KDB]

This will be fun to watch. Congrats!

[Bellpilot]

Nice van! I was wondering if you would ever be jumping back into one. Look forward following your build.

[larrie]

Originally Posted by 86Scotty

The CCV high pop top has 68" of walk around when lowered, IIRC, so she will be able to stand completely even with it down. I'm planning with Ray (1dr) how to stack and store bed sections for the most walk around space with top lowered.

I pulled the entire metal flip down bed frame out of our van and replaced it with two 5/8” movable pieces of plywood. They sit on top of what is left of the van roof and the mattresses sit in top of those. I will try to get a photo tomorrow after the ice thaws.

I have a swivel seat base you could have if I could figure out how to ship it.

[86Scotty]

Thanks all.

@larrie, I appreciate it but I already have two on the way!

In-door storage on E series has endless possibilities. I really like what you've done @JWA. All one needs to do is get past cutting up doors but the benefits are worth it.

RIP upgrade mostly done yesterday. I need to mount my rear shocks today and take it for a drive. I may get Bushwackers done too.

[eddyturn]

Yay for you, Eric!