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@youcanthide004 6 сағат бұрын
brilliant love the idea I’m looking to do something similar in a cargo trailer converted to toy hauler. What did you use and how did you fabricate the tracks that the bed rides up and down on? I thank you in advance for your time.
@vantripping Сағат бұрын
The frame and tracks are 1" 8020 profiles, and the sliders some 8020 slides with the included UMHW low-friction pads. I think I have another video of this solution with some more details.
@wordpress_pro 2 күн бұрын
Did you need to sand the factory sub floor with a belt sander to get the adhesive for the top vinyl sheet to stick well enough? That factory sub floor just seems like the texture would make it difficult to adhere something on top. Thanks!
@vantripping 9 күн бұрын
Here is a link to a 12 volt motorized DC ball valve in stainless, my preference for cold weather durability. Motorized so that the switch powers and opens it and when the switch is off retained power within the unit auto closes the ball valve. www.amazon.com/sspa/click?ie=UTF8&spc=MTozNzcxMTQ0MDIyMTM4NzQ2OjE3MjY2NzQ2NTM6c3BfYXRmOjIwMDAwMjg4NDc3OTAzMTo6MDo6&url=%2FMotorized-Valve-Stainless-U-S-Solid%2Fdp%2FB06WWPZWGZ%2Fref%3Dsr_1_1_sspa%3Fcrid%3DJQQPSIAF5028%26dib%3DeyJ2IjoiMSJ9.yfGY3xP8J6ktcPeYXCjjT27D-c6Km_MeF1CntznMwUWwdLFlfICSmmdRjLNJBJu_OYlVRaUsuh_s6N-aNX2TOp_86UFLY_k6oxD9f1ywvnFxDvhAMbMEnp_K-sTZidSF5xY4NrsGXu2A_d2A-qNq7z2NrpA5VZTY8e7LMoiaz0QgOsjK-bkEu4gPmmXcQu75ThoPwmeTMC8eJYKWkkV4ldqZC_IvkhbkImdxJBXB2RY.Q7CRnwmFjhHOPEgy8o1TW1POlvLm8HM1q73fLO3vCrQ%26dib_tag%3Dse%26keywords%3D12%2Bvolt%2Bdc%2Bmotorized%2Bstainless%2B1%252F2%2522%2Bball%2Bvalve%26qid%3D1726674653%26sprefix%3D12%2Bvolt%2Bdc%2Bmotorized%2Bstainless%2B1%252F2%2Bball%2Bvalv%252Caps%252C171%26sr%3D8-1-spons%26sp_csd%3Dd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY%26psc%3D1
@Dan645ci 9 күн бұрын
thank you for info, would you provide a link of the valve that you have used, thank you.
@vantripping 9 күн бұрын
There are many options. a 12 volt motorized DC ball valve, stainless or brass. Motorized so that the switch opens it and when the switch is off and this power is off it auto closes. Like this one: www.amazon.com/sspa/click?ie=UTF8&spc=MTozNzcxMTQ0MDIyMTM4NzQ2OjE3MjY2NzQ2NTM6c3BfYXRmOjIwMDAwMjg4NDc3OTAzMTo6MDo6&url=%2FMotorized-Valve-Stainless-U-S-Solid%2Fdp%2FB06WWPZWGZ%2Fref%3Dsr_1_1_sspa%3Fcrid%3DJQQPSIAF5028%26dib%3DeyJ2IjoiMSJ9.yfGY3xP8J6ktcPeYXCjjT27D-c6Km_MeF1CntznMwUWwdLFlfICSmmdRjLNJBJu_OYlVRaUsuh_s6N-aNX2TOp_86UFLY_k6oxD9f1ywvnFxDvhAMbMEnp_K-sTZidSF5xY4NrsGXu2A_d2A-qNq7z2NrpA5VZTY8e7LMoiaz0QgOsjK-bkEu4gPmmXcQu75ThoPwmeTMC8eJYKWkkV4ldqZC_IvkhbkImdxJBXB2RY.Q7CRnwmFjhHOPEgy8o1TW1POlvLm8HM1q73fLO3vCrQ%26dib_tag%3Dse%26keywords%3D12%2Bvolt%2Bdc%2Bmotorized%2Bstainless%2B1%252F2%2522%2Bball%2Bvalve%26qid%3D1726674653%26sprefix%3D12%2Bvolt%2Bdc%2Bmotorized%2Bstainless%2B1%252F2%2Bball%2Bvalv%252Caps%252C171%26sr%3D8-1-spons%26sp_csd%3Dd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY%26psc%3D1
@Dan645ci 9 күн бұрын
@@vantripping thank you, very helpful.
@lkazanov 13 күн бұрын
As per other comments, amazing information shared and thank you. Did you prep the surfaces? It looks gel coat on the fiberglass panel. Did you scotchbrite the aluminum and scuff the 'glass? I am also a huge fan of Sikaflex.
@vantripping 12 күн бұрын
The composite panels are gel-coated. All I did was clean each surface well with rubbing alcohol. For this installation just adhering to cleaned surfaces should be sufficient but if extra strength is needed, each surface could be lightly scuffed before cleaning.
@krazy2094 21 күн бұрын
Size is too small for all your mates to fit in 😂
@vantripping 20 күн бұрын
Yeah, designed to accommodate 4-5 people inside, as most social activities should be outside in nature.
@gator701 22 күн бұрын
Can this attachment method really survive 70mph crosswinds?
@vantripping 22 күн бұрын
This is the method that Total Composites provides for their camper shells used by many individuals and companies for the their expedition campers, and the same method used by other notable expedition manufacturers around the globe, and my camper has survived 70 mph winds. A single bolt of this size has over 150,000 psi of tensile strength, and I installed over 60% more than a notable expedition camper builder uses, so I think it should work just fine. The only other method I can think of is bolting thru with a nut and large washer on the inside of the camper, which will actually be weaker as doesn't leverage the 2"x78" 1/4" bar and rest of structure imbedded into the camper floor. Plus a bolt thru will transfer heat from inside to outside and cause a condensation point. What other method would you suggest?
@gator701 22 күн бұрын
@@vantripping Honestly you answered very specific and you are good. We get these 70mph winds on Hwy10 and when I engineered mine, I have 18 attachment bolts, using a more complicated and a bit overkill method. Better be safe than sorry. Mine is 5700mm long, with 3700mm on subframe length. Total truck length 24ft. I have a Isuzu cab over crewcab.
@vantripping 21 күн бұрын
@@gator701 Cool. That's a big camper, and overkill is typically my approach too. I also questioned the strength of this approach but Total Composites said this is what has been used for years by nearly every composite camper builder including them without issue. It's pretty simple but the steel plates crossing the floor at each attachment location are heavy so using fewer would save weight. I did decide to not attach my under camper storage boxes to the bottom of the camper, even though that would be cleaner, more aero and allow for larger boxes and/or more ground clearance to the bottom of them. But I thought the weight of those and their contents on the edge of the camper would be too much, so I attached these to the chassis frame. But I also have a slide and swing up entry deck, so that adds a lot of force. Will be putting our a video on that soon.
@gator701 21 күн бұрын
@@vantripping I'm 36" inch's longer than yours, seats 7, sleeps 4, with full size n-s queen bed. A 14,400 lb capacity. Vortec V8 and GM 6sp trans.
@vantripping 21 күн бұрын
@@gator701 Very cool. Is it all built and how is your total weight?
@gator701 22 күн бұрын
I bought this habitat turn key completely ready to start camping. What was you total part cost?
@ApteraPioneer 27 күн бұрын
So grateful you keep sharing this relevant information with all of us. Watching your videos is always worth it.
@vantripping 27 күн бұрын
Thank you and you're welcome!
@squatch2461 28 күн бұрын
Funny and informative video, Thanks Any bets on how long until they make him change the name?
@vantripping 27 күн бұрын
Thanks. I hadn't thought that the word olympics may be copyrighted with limited use. We'll see.
@itsreallyhairy3555 29 күн бұрын
Has anyone wrapped a composite? Currently searching ....
@vantripping 29 күн бұрын
I've heard that some have. When I priced out a wrap vs self-painting, it was far less costly to paint, and should be far more durable and longer lasting than a wrap, but we'll see with use and time.
@itsreallyhairy3555 29 күн бұрын
@@vantripping great job, you're a highly intelligent human. I'm currently selling the house to convert fulltime camper. Yet my experience is rooftop tent camping off a truck, boon docking around two weeks until resupply. So upgrading for longer stents is the goal. How is vehicle maintenance on your rig?
@vantripping 28 күн бұрын
@@itsreallyhairy3555 so far vehicle maintenance is typical. Oil and filter changes. I don't expect there to be much more other than tires.
@itsreallyhairy3555 27 күн бұрын
@@vantripping nice, vehicle maintenance goes a long way. Learned those lessons in the army. Larger rigs are intimidating but has to be fun to learn.
@vantripping 27 күн бұрын
@@itsreallyhairy3555 Yes, I've kept a focus on low maintenance throughout this build from the chassis selection. And always like to stay ahead of maintenance items to keep rolling.
@JosephRoss-s6x 29 күн бұрын
Thank you for the detailed layout. I’ve been looking for what option I wanted to go with. Your video has justified me choosing this option. lol
@vantripping 29 күн бұрын
You're welcome.
@royalto3rd Ай бұрын
Hi, I relaize this is an older video, but where on the roof did you locate the junction box? Are you happy with the location and would place it (where you did) again? I'm getting ready to put glands in but like your one box for all idea. Need a suitable location best to accomadate multiple wire harnesses. Thanks!
@vantripping Ай бұрын
I mounted the rooftop junction box just rear of the slider door opening and between center of roof and passenger side of the roof between the roof ribs. This was a location just above an interior cabinet that was a good place to have all of the wires come in, connect to fuse panels, and also route down to the floor at the rear inside of this interior cabinet. This made wire distribution easy and also changes easy since I could access wires to/from the roof and down to the floor which also had cross overs under the floor to the other side and along the interior roof wall to the headliner for the front switches. The roof mounted box was located underneath my single large solar panel making it fully covered for better weather protection and wind resistance even through every wire entrance was very well sealed.
@mutchler87 Ай бұрын
If I could share a humble opinion.. you’re creating a beautiful rig and taking the time to capture quality video however, there’s so much talking and very little showing the process of anything that it makes it less desirable to watch. I just watched 5-7 of your videos, but each video there was way more talking than video showing an actual build process. I think if you chose to narrate over the video, (which could be a lot closer in a lot of shots so the viewer felt a part of the process and not like a spectator that couldn’t really tell what was going on) you’d see a lot more views and subs. Genuinely wish you all the best! I just know for myself, when I take the time to watch videos it’s so I can see the project being done and learn from them. These make it a bit hard to do either.
@vantripping Ай бұрын
Thank you for watching and for sharing your constructive feedback. I appreciate that. I agree with your suggestion and have been working to show more of the build process and narrate it and less talking, but it both takes time to make these changes but am working on making them as I make the videos. I'll keep working on it.
@mutchler87 Ай бұрын
@@vantripping I’ve only made a few videos and working on some more and I find myself talking too much and recording relevant content too little. Figured I’d pass along the tip. Cheers to a beautiful build and looking forward to future videos🙌🏻👏🏻
@livingworkingoutsidebox Ай бұрын
Goid to see you're back and making progress
@vantripping Ай бұрын
Thank you much!
@drewdowns3618 Ай бұрын
Great content! I'm inspired to build something similar someday soon. Quick question... did you ever have to remove a piece of 8020 that you glued on? Curious how that process went, and if not, did you have a plan for how you would do it? Slice through it with a long utility blade?
@vantripping Ай бұрын
Thank you. Yes, I have removed a small section and it was fairly easy. I sliced the adhesive with a razor blade as deep as possible on both sides of the 8020 and then used a slicing blade on an oscillating multi-tool to slice between the 8020 and composite wall. It worked well.
@drewdowns3618 Ай бұрын
@@vantripping Very reassuring to know, thank you.
@vantripping Ай бұрын
@@drewdowns3618 Just start by cutting with a sharp blade as it's very rubbery.
@davfre8000 Ай бұрын
Got the same issue but hovers around 250 when going up grade or in 100F ambient temp with cabin/roof AC on. Trying to brainstorm aux cooling options. Did you do anything to address this?
@vantripping Ай бұрын
The dealer replaced the radiator and coolant under warranty and the temps didn't change, and they said it was within normal operating condition, which could be up to 235F. I was concerned about this higher coolant operating temp, and the quick rise it should when only gently climbing a modest hill for a few minutes, but nothing has changed, all works fine, and I could not find any information that should it was bad to have these higher operating temps so assumed it was acceptable.
@DE-li7jt 2 ай бұрын
Nice to know you did not abandon us :D I was afraid you finished your masterpiece without telling.
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! I wish it was finished! Certainly getting very close, but still much to do and many videos to share.
@johnm8693 2 ай бұрын
Just a thought...could you use a silicone spray inside the track to provide some lubrication for your rubber seals?
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
Sure, great suggestion, although the side seals and the tracks are slippery, so they don't need any lubrication. However, the top seal has to slide along the wall in order to seal the door at the top, and that one does create some friction, so I may try some lubricant on that one. Thanks for the suggestion.
@ProgressiveAutomations 2 ай бұрын
Great content as always! Keep it up!
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Great to sharing more of this project.
@joeblow1942 2 ай бұрын
I live in my van full time and there’s nothing worse (for me) than having to sleep with my head lower than my feet because my van isn’t parked on level ground. So, I was thinking of installing actuators in each corner of my beds platform to level the bed platform. I would have each actuator work independently so I could level the bed from each axis. What do you think?
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
Yes, certainly possible yet needs to be very closely managed, as the actuators are powerful and can wreck your bed frame if the height difference between corners gets too much for it. A better way may be to have two front actuators on one switch and the two for the rear on another. Hold them together to raise or lower to desired height, then just push one of the two to lower or raise it to get the bed level front to rear. This would take care of one direction but not side to side. You can have four switches--one for each corner--and do the same process, but holding four switches at one would be a finger stretch. So yes, it's possible, but also risky as you could break your bed if too much difference in height.
@cormchm2853 2 ай бұрын
... "and Wallah"
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
Yee haw!
@felix.leiter 2 ай бұрын
All these electric actuators are nice toys, but nothing more. There is no redundancy, and so far, I have only read about inadequate emergency solutions. Regardless of a service life of 15,000 operations before failure, a fuse blowing due to overload caused by an internal blockage is enough. This is already predetermined due to the installation location in the garage and is just a matter of time. If the actuators are individually fused at all, it is not clear where the fuses are located and whether they would be accessible. Even if the fuses are accessible, this does not protect against a mechanical blockage of the flaps, because the garage will eventually be filled up anyway. The installation location, specifically the large distance to the rear and garage partition walls, promotes the possibility of jamming any kind of cargo. If you look closely, the actuators, due to their installation position, take up about 15-20% of the entire cargo space, making this space not useable in a meaningful way. The note that bolts can be loosened without tools in an emergency may be true in theory, but in reality, it's just sugarcoating. You might be able to crawl into the garage, but this does not guarantee access to the mounting points of the actuators to then loosen the bolts, even without tools - unless the garage is empty. As I heard, bicycles are also supposed to fit in there. Good luck reaching the bolts, especially applying the necessary force to the bolts under maximum tension, particularly in the unfavorable and non-strength-enhancing body position that would be required. This especially concerns the rear actuators, because there not only bicycle frames and spoked wheels, but also massive boxes, would likely stand in the way. You yourself praised the terrible locking force in the video. I don’t even want to start talking about crushed children’s hands - Cybertruck trunk, anyone? Or is there a corresponding sensor system? Especially in lawsuit-happy USA. The purpose of the electric operation of the passthrough doors to the driver’s cab is also not goal-oriented, unless you are looking for a thriller in the form of dysfunction and extended escape time in emergency situations. Or for comfortable bathroom breaks during the ride for the passenger, since at least one door should be closed during the ride.
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
Appreciate your critique. All of your points are things I thought about and considered, and my approach was not to be a toy yet to provide the function I wanted for everyday use. These is redundancy of two doors and an emergency access door, and the actuators only take up an inch more in the width of these 48" wide doors than spring lifts yet are less in the way of bike handlebars and pedal as spring lift struts. They also don't have the latch mechanism that protrudes into the space, an issues I'm dealing with on my storage boxes. Of course, even a manual close door can hit something inside, but the benefit of the electric actuators is that I have both hands free while closing and can watch while it closes much easier than if pulling a large door down, which these are two high off the ground of even me to easily reach and certainly most others can't reach, so then I have to manage a strap to pull it down and keep out of the way if manual vs electric. There are many benefits to these electric doors for me and my use, and certainly not right for everyone. My electric lifting and lowering bed that I installed on my camper van 7 years ago was also new to people at that time but has become a standard and desired bed option in many camper vans, and just maybe these electric doors will at some time too, just like in StarTrek.
@DerUnbbekante 2 ай бұрын
Great to have you back!
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! It's good to be back.
@allanhugh2044 2 ай бұрын
Very interesting indeed. As usual your attention to detail is paramount, I cannot wait to see the cabin side reveal.
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
Thank you, and yes, lots still to share, some very cool innovations, and just a nice cabin space...soon!
@JimAndMichele 2 ай бұрын
What does that look like from the outside? Are you still going to use an accordion boot to join cab and box? Your going to have another inside the cab, too?
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
I'll share some photos once complete as hard to explain, and I moved away from a boot since as a cab-over, it would require some buckles and sub-frame for just the accordion to connect it to the other side, and I wanted to make it easy and quick to lift the cab so doing maintenance wasn't prolonged.
@ApteraPioneer 2 ай бұрын
I realize this is off the topic of this video, but whenever you are able to provide feedback on your (Loch) dishwasher, I would be very interested to hear it, as I am about to order mine. Thanks.
@pmcallister 2 ай бұрын
Lots of good stuff in this video! But those partly covered lugs are giving me the willies. Get some real boots?
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
Thanks. Yes, those cable ends are finally well covered, and also air-gapped with the floor frame. I was waiting for the proper size insulation piece that would fit.
@6footsideways 2 ай бұрын
i know this video is 3 years old but im considering the same system for a bed in the back of a sprinter. is that a fullsized ( 60 x 80" ) queen bed? im thinking of using our current box spring full sized queen and your video is one of the only ones giving thorough information on the fitment near the roof. cheers.
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
Yes, I installed a regular queen, 60"x80". Just a mattress from Ikea that worked great as it was light, thin and comfortable. Fitting regular sheets was important to me. The base is 1/4" high-strength perforated PVC so the mattress breathes, stays cool and lets the heat rise up thru it in the winter, and never a worry about condensation building up, plus light and thin as well. Plenty strong with the frame.
@6footsideways 2 ай бұрын
@vantripping awesome, thanks heaps for the info, ill be coming back to these vids for sure
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
@@6footsideways you're welcome and good luck with your installation. Reach out if I can help.
@LoneWolf1985BK 2 ай бұрын
There must be a monopoly on the slim weld arbors. Insanely priced… If there’s a cheaper option please show us where.
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
You are right, the arbor's a ridiculously expensive. I bought some thru one of the tank manufacturers years ago for a more reasonable price, Amazon has some for sale, as do others. Just look around. Some have used a bolt put into their grinder. Either way, a $75 arbor, some $1 fittings, and still cheaper than bulk head fittings, and way more compact and can be installed from just the outside and right up against a side wall of the tank.
@Ballynoes 2 ай бұрын
Not sure I agree, but a good video all the same. You cant level anything inside the vehicle if the the vehicle is not EXCATLY level to start with... so any form of level device will be null and void. 😕
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
Yep, it's a challenge to get everything "level". I measure my base level at the center of the camper, which may be slightly off level, and a digital level meter will read down to 100th's of a degree. I use that as my base level and then adjust the other levels from that. And I always do this at the start of each glueing/leveling process since it can change as parts are added and weight distribution changes.
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
Here is a complete comparison of this and the other vehicles I considered for my expedition camper chassis. www.vantripping.com/post/how-to-choose-the-perfect-expedition-vehicle-truck-for-your-adventures
@gianlucaontheroad 2 ай бұрын
Hi, would you use this vehicle to build a camper?
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
Yes, I seriously considered this and other Unimogs for my camper. I likely would've bought and imported a Unidan Unimog/camper but COVID lockdowns prevented me from traveling to Australia to walk around and test drive one in person. I was planning to buy this Unimog but it's needed repairs and ability and places to repair them discouraged me from it. Hence why I looked at many other vehicles and did a complete look around and comparison of options; you can view that here: www.vantripping.com/post/how-to-choose-the-perfect-expedition-vehicle-truck-for-your-adventures
@jamesmagill5433 2 ай бұрын
What’s the name of the glue adhesive Bonnie would recommend forfoam base campers
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
It's always best to confirm that the adhesives are compatible and appropriate with the materials you are adhering and for the strength and application of use. I've been using SikaFlex 292i and 252 also is a very good option. There are many other very good adhesives for this application. I've used some from other manufacturers that are very similar in specs. Generally any high-quality poly-urea based adhesive sealant for outdoor use and applicable for the two materials it's adhering should work well.
@jeffreywong5112 3 ай бұрын
I envy you driving that beauty.
@vantripping 2 ай бұрын
It was a lot of fun driving it.
@ddrigmaiden 3 ай бұрын
How do you get into the compartment after the actuators fail or some other failure relating to your control system?
@vantripping 3 ай бұрын
Great question. I think these actuators are rated to 10,000+ cycles so it should be 15+ years using them daily before a likely failure. The odds of both failing would be very unlikely, so I'd just open the other door and remove the pins of the failed one if I need to open it. And the wiring goes into the cabin with the controller there, which can be manually controlled, and if it failed, I'd just jumper the actuators from there to power them open or closed.
@brycecastleton5863 3 ай бұрын
Well done. These little fittings are a pretty steep cost. Why not use bulk head fittings? Not as water-tight for overlanding vibrations?
@vantripping 3 ай бұрын
I prefer spin weld fittings because 1) they cost about $1 each vs about $20 for a bulkhead fitting; 2) they are much smaller in profile and thus easier to place and take up less space away from other things than a bulkhead fitting; and 3) many of tanks do not have access to reach inside to install a bulkhead fitting, and 4) they are much lighter weight and won't leak or fail or ever need replacement if installed correctly. Because spinweld fittings only need access from one side and install easy with one person, they can be easily installed in any size tank, any location, and without an access port. My last batch of these cost $1.23 each.
@adrew1400 3 ай бұрын
what glue are you using, and is it the same glue you used for your solar panels? thank you.
@vantripping 3 ай бұрын
I've been using SikaFlex 292i and 252 also is a very good option. There are many other very good adhesives for this application. I've used some from other manufacturers that are very similar in specs. Generally any high-quality poly-urea based adhesive sealant for outdoor use and applicable for the two materials it's adhering should work well.
@thelawofficeofdonalde.land4419 3 ай бұрын
How much was the U500 selling at the time?
@vantripping 3 ай бұрын
I think the asking price was between $85k-$100k--that was in June 2021. This same Unimog later sold on Bring a Trailer for more but also after some refurbishment.
@thelawofficeofdonalde.land4419 3 ай бұрын
@@vantripping that sounds about right.
@NebraskaGonvilleJones 3 ай бұрын
A Toyota Coaster bus would have been a great option. Bus 4x4 Australia do a conversion and they are built extremely tough. They are very capable off road mostly used as remote mining vehicles and handle all the Aussie bush tracks, no problem. The same length as a 170 Sprinter and about the same height but you get an extra 10 foot with an almost square body. You would get better fuel mileage, a larger living space, smoother highway driving and a 14,000 pound (6.4 tonne) GVM with an already built box. These things last forever with a bulletproof engine that will keep going for over 600,000 miles or a million kms, plenty of torque, locking diffs ect……. and mechanics all over the world know how to fix them having used Landcruser parts for the conversion. 👍🏽
@vantripping 3 ай бұрын
Good suggestion. I am not very familiar with it as we don't have these in North America, and also wanted control of the box dimensions and wanted a fully rectangle box as well, having built out campers in Sprinter vans was tired of working with all of the curves that a van body has, so wasn't an option for me but a really great option for others.
@DaeliaVanlife 4 ай бұрын
Where can i buy this hard top i need for my 2011 sprinter
@vantripping 4 ай бұрын
Sportsmobile West in Fresno used to install these, and I think Field Vans in Reno has a similar version that they install. Not sure who else but I am sure there are others. Good luck and let me and others know which pop tops you find and go with.
@DaeliaVanlife 4 ай бұрын
@@vantripping ill be definitly make a video but i need to study i wanna do it my self
@vantripping 3 ай бұрын
@@DaeliaVanlife It should be pretty easy to cut out the factory roof, but will require some support and more than one person to lift and place the new top, get it aligned. Then should be fairly easy to mount and seal it, should be fairly easy and few hours to a day to do it.
@searlearnold2867 4 ай бұрын
If you can use it as a jungle gym to do calisthenics/gymnastics exercises, you know it's bulletproof.
@vantripping 4 ай бұрын
Yes indeed!
@fozzy_che 4 ай бұрын
Хорошо смотрится! Отличная постройка
@vantripping 4 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@jonathanodell8854 4 ай бұрын
That rig will really improve with some weight on her back i have 1995 gmc w4 basically npr gas and its a TANK youll give before it gives and my check engine light intermittent since new .....
@vantripping 4 ай бұрын
Yes, now that I have the camper on it, and nearly built out, it rides decently. Will update on the drive once I get it a little more complete. Bummer about your check engine light. Mine was caused by a leak at the fuel tank vent line to the fuel filler.
@avataroffroad 4 ай бұрын
Love it! Thanks for the shoutout!
@vantripping 4 ай бұрын
You're welcome.
@rodrigoalmeida9978 4 ай бұрын
We haven't seen any new videos lately. Did you quit the channel/project? Was very helpful and interesting content.
@vantripping 4 ай бұрын
I got super busy with work, and having little time left over for making videos, but I have another in the making right now--hope to have out within a week, and still making progress on the camper, with a lot of cool things finishing up or soon to finish up. Thanks for watching, more videos of my camper build coming soon.
@bpmachete 4 ай бұрын
Epic
@RameshKeerthana-f9v 5 ай бұрын
Misubushi Fuso bus while turning left there is a alarm sound coming and became vehicle slow . May I know what is the reason Sir
@marcosw6893 5 ай бұрын
What’s that gadget on your drill?
@vantripping 5 ай бұрын
I used a portable drill guide to ensure that my holes were perpendicular to the wall panels. It's really easy to drill them just slightly off and the hole on the other side of the wall won't line up. The drill guide ensures they are drilled right.
@SouthernKnight12345 5 ай бұрын
Auxiliary!
@gideonporter537 5 ай бұрын
You can gear these up for higher speeds at reasonable RPMs nowadays - you'll never match a standard 4x4 ford/GM but hey - you'll do okay! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pp2lYmmOpdeUpdE
@vantripping 5 ай бұрын
Yes, there are "fast axles" available for most Unimogs, and this one had those from factory, and could still be regeared, but the portal axle gearing and these 46" tires still limit top speed to about 70 mph. It's by no means a lack of power, just limits of safety with the tires. It's a very cool vehicle and was fun to drive.
@gideonporter537 5 ай бұрын
@vantripping lol, that's like 110km/hr! What's wrong with that!? And who wants to handle a unimog tyre blowout at even that speed??? 😅🤣😂
@vantripping 5 ай бұрын
@@gideonporter537 Yep, nothing wrong with that, especially when traveling with a home attached and a large truck. When I drove it and I didn't felt less safe as I approached 70 mph, as it's a big truck, that can do a lot of damage, and rapid direction changes or braking would likely be slower than needed and very scary. The seat base alone is over 6 feet off the ground.