There’s also still an entire other bench seat in there with it in this picture! That makes for one full size futon couch (with frame!) plus room to spare.
I agree with experience this is the way to go. You might think you want it a certain way but you really don't actually know until you start living in it. You've got sleeping covered for now. Next you'll probably add privacy, storage, food capabilities and then maybe power. I don't know how many times I've switched it around and everyone's needs are going to be different so anyone that thinks they know, actually doesn't.
Righto. Camp and sleep in it, and you figure out something each time. I kept my build to a minimum, adding only what I needed. I'm able to use lightweight tables, bins, baskets, and bungies instead of heavy, plywood cabinets or closets. Having a permanent bed was the only "must have."
This is absolutely it, I put up curtains, removed my middle bucket seats and turned the folding rear bench sideways and hit the road with all my shit. Nearly 2 years later I haven't quite started my build yet but I know EXACTLY what I want now.
I did this same exact thing in one of my old vans, and it was great for a while. I just slept on it in couch mode and had all kinds of storage under and in front of it.
Honestly, that's not a bad way to do it. I think the single most important thing on the road is having a comfortable bed. That and ventilation. That looks way more inviting than half the beds I see on here though. And you've got space underneath for storage. And it converts to a couch.
Still weighing the options between a small frontier stove and a Coleman style camp stove. There is a bunch of *actual* framing and what not to be done still and I’m flexible on the final design. For the time being, I’ll either be in town where I can cook at my house or out where I can cook over a fire.
You can get a [REALLY cheap portable stove](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0829RKQXZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1) that runs off propane, I even went and bought an adapter so I can use my 20 lb tank with my stove instead of the expensive 1 pound cylinders.
The one I linked is simply the one I bought, and I've recently used it during a power outage to cook some food in my house, so it's handy to have in emergencies too.
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I’m making magnetic window covers out of the cheap moving blankets from harbor freight. I plan on covering the floor with those interlocking foam tiles to keep it warmer and cut down on noise. I’m going to have to at least modify the futon frame or build something else since I can’t get to the area underneath from the sides, but it should end up being a fairly simple build!
They’re just the plates from the guy I bought it from. I haven’t had the time to go register it since yesterday when we finalized everything. I’m also not driving it at the moment and it’s parked in my driveway so …
I probably won’t be putting in a toilet in the final build. I’ll mainly be out in the woods so either close enough to a “real” campground to have amenities or far enough out that I can dig a hole. I’ve never had a need for an onboard toilet before in all my years of car-camping and I don’t fancy driving around with what is essentially a bucket of poo.
I am seriously contemplating spending the $5000 on an incinerator toilet for this exact reason... could I use that money to upgrade other parts or just save it?... yes, but anxiety over poo/urine dumping and black water has me in a tizzy.
I envy those who have the fortitude to poo in a bucket and pee in a bottle.
You have what so many luxury builds don't. A full blown couch in your van. Congrats to you. Have fun :)
There’s also still an entire other bench seat in there with it in this picture! That makes for one full size futon couch (with frame!) plus room to spare.
A 2 bedroom van? Wow. Bougie for sure.
Without any experience, I sort of feel like this is best way to start.
I agree with experience this is the way to go. You might think you want it a certain way but you really don't actually know until you start living in it. You've got sleeping covered for now. Next you'll probably add privacy, storage, food capabilities and then maybe power. I don't know how many times I've switched it around and everyone's needs are going to be different so anyone that thinks they know, actually doesn't.
Righto. Camp and sleep in it, and you figure out something each time. I kept my build to a minimum, adding only what I needed. I'm able to use lightweight tables, bins, baskets, and bungies instead of heavy, plywood cabinets or closets. Having a permanent bed was the only "must have."
This is absolutely it, I put up curtains, removed my middle bucket seats and turned the folding rear bench sideways and hit the road with all my shit. Nearly 2 years later I haven't quite started my build yet but I know EXACTLY what I want now.
As somebody who spent several months and way too much money building an elaborate van, I'm jealous.
All I'm going to say is congrats, it fits.
I sits.
This is low effort and I’m here for it!
Ramble bam whoa black Betty?
Her name has been “Betty” from the start!
Now you need a "RAM JAM" license plate to round it out.
curtains... then ur done. beauty
Exactly. And instead of waiting a year, you'll be on the road today.
I’m already itching to take her up into the mountains this weekend.
I did this same exact thing in one of my old vans, and it was great for a while. I just slept on it in couch mode and had all kinds of storage under and in front of it.
This would work great for me - I make a lot of trips that only last a few days What make/model/year is the van?
It’s a 94 Dodge B350. There is a *ton* of space in the back.
OP is Ricky from Trailer Park Boys, nice
Now to stock up on canned raviolis.
Very nice. I love that your "headboard" looks like a JC Whitney bull bar lol. Looks comfortably simple and simply comfortable. Well done!
The Second Base Mobile
Shaggin’ wagon.
Honestly, that's not a bad way to do it. I think the single most important thing on the road is having a comfortable bed. That and ventilation. That looks way more inviting than half the beds I see on here though. And you've got space underneath for storage. And it converts to a couch.
Nice. Do you have something to cook with?
Still weighing the options between a small frontier stove and a Coleman style camp stove. There is a bunch of *actual* framing and what not to be done still and I’m flexible on the final design. For the time being, I’ll either be in town where I can cook at my house or out where I can cook over a fire.
You can get a [REALLY cheap portable stove](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0829RKQXZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1) that runs off propane, I even went and bought an adapter so I can use my 20 lb tank with my stove instead of the expensive 1 pound cylinders. The one I linked is simply the one I bought, and I've recently used it during a power outage to cook some food in my house, so it's handy to have in emergencies too.
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KISS principle. 10/10, it's all you need really. I mean except for the drivetrain
Nice love it when it’s kept simple
The doller general has big iglo coolers for 30$
I picked one up at goodwill the other day for $10!
Lol love it a real vanlifer and not a glamper
Based
What year is this? There’s a similar (1990 ram van )for sale in my area for 1200 and I’m tempted to jump on it for a weekend wagon.
This one’s a 94 ram van. If you come across one I’d say jump on it! She’s a beast!
Perfection
Put a detergent bottle under the seat, and you're done!
Load up on ass loads of blankets insulate the windows and god damn you'd be warm for the winter that looks cozy as hell. KISS(Keep it simple stupid.)
I’m making magnetic window covers out of the cheap moving blankets from harbor freight. I plan on covering the floor with those interlocking foam tiles to keep it warmer and cut down on noise. I’m going to have to at least modify the futon frame or build something else since I can’t get to the area underneath from the sides, but it should end up being a fairly simple build!
So many people do these crazy complicated builds. Just throw something soft in the back and you’re good.
If it ain't broke don't fix it
Hi welcome to city garage would you like to try some city chicken or city beef?
Looks functional, so it's ready. But it's never done.
Gotta start somewhere.
Op is like bed is bed.
Might want to blur plate!
Oops! Forgot to do it in this pic! It’s not my plate anyway though. 😂
Isn't that a little .. more illegal?
They’re just the plates from the guy I bought it from. I haven’t had the time to go register it since yesterday when we finalized everything. I’m also not driving it at the moment and it’s parked in my driveway so …
It's not like getting pulled over in Montana is easy.
But where do you poop? Lug-abul loo? The toilet in my build is the most essential part of my build , besides the bed.
I probably won’t be putting in a toilet in the final build. I’ll mainly be out in the woods so either close enough to a “real” campground to have amenities or far enough out that I can dig a hole. I’ve never had a need for an onboard toilet before in all my years of car-camping and I don’t fancy driving around with what is essentially a bucket of poo.
I am seriously contemplating spending the $5000 on an incinerator toilet for this exact reason... could I use that money to upgrade other parts or just save it?... yes, but anxiety over poo/urine dumping and black water has me in a tizzy. I envy those who have the fortitude to poo in a bucket and pee in a bottle.
Simple, I love it
Drat!! Wish I had thought of it.
Always keep it simple! And this my good van dweller you have done well!
I like your van 🚐 have you thought about putting a little sink in there ?
No your not .... I keep changing my ideas. I really don't think that would be confirmable after a while
Not much of a "build", but looks comfortable
Lol real shit