Van Life Upgrade: 1992 Ford Econoline 2WD to 4WD Conversion

[@freefoodchef7939]

As a fellow PTSD sufferer, thank so SO much for explaining the sensor, because I know Jason is after me, too.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

The struggle is real.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Do what you can to fight the fear. There’s a big beautiful world out there to explore ❤

[@spidrawebster]

Yes. It's great that folks are being more open about things like PTSD so we can not only destigmatize it, but share tips like this.

[@PDXDrumr]

I'm glad he said that. Only took me 6 years as an FR to develop that, and I was out.

[@k.pacificnw02134]

​@@Tdinger_Travels.... My 21 year old son has been an EMT for a year now, and is thinking of becoming a paramedic. Now I'm worried he'll develop PTSD! He's already seen and done...stuff. : / There's nothing I can do, however. He knows; he reads about the occupation.

[@BadCrowdCryptids]

I've been surfing KZbin for just Ford Conversion vans because I just purchased a 1992 and I love it. Anyways, I was just about to call it a night until I clicked on this video. Well, I am glad I did because your channel has a whole lotta information I am going to find very useful and I'm sure your subscribers alike. 👍

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you very much

[@Jacqui7665]

Todd, thank you for sharing your story, set up, and the security system. Really like the different tone from different directions. Great idea when it’s dark and you’re unsure what might be near. Being pro active is good self care. 😊

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you. See ya down the road 😊

[@rubiconoutdoors3492]

This is one of my favorite van life interviews.

[@armondlevinia9221]

What a great guest. He made very helpful safety suggestions for us that few think about. Thanks!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you for the kind words

[@TheArtOfDean]

One of the best videos I've seen; from being able to stand up inside, to being able to park almost anywhere, he covered it all and THEN some.

[@genxskeptic5816]

I like that he kept the die-hard original appliances that are proven reliable, but easy to repair if an issue arises. 👍

[@Tdinger_Travels]

My thoughts, exactly😊

[@kandi8640]

I have ptsd also and am hyper vigilant. Using those sensors is such a great idea. Awesome you have found a way to cope.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

PTSD can really suck, but we need to do what we can to keep it from ruling our lives. 💪💪

[@CoachingRealtor]

Yay, finally getting to see your interview Todd! Was so great meeting you and your wife in Astoria a few weeks ago. Can’t wait to meet up this winter!!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Yes, it was awesome to meet you, with luck we will see you down there this winter. 😊

[@Tdinger_Travels]

It was awesome to meet you guys! And yes, I hope to see you down the road this winter. 😊

[@fosterkennel649]

I love his Honda Trail 110 my son has one, and I have a 90cc model from the 70s. Great rig wonderful video blessings to you all coming at you from Southern Oregon

[@CountrysideCutie]

Thank you for speaking about PTSD. It's the one thing holding me back (fear). Safe travels, sir. 😃

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Do what you can to overcome the fear. There is so much to see and explore 😊

[@Kat-I-am3333]

Just saying the 'safe' word is fearbased. Notice how everyone has been saying the stay safe spell since the scamdemic? I am a therapist. Take it or leave. Living in fear is a choice, like everything else. Much love on your journey. Stay smiling 😉

[@Tdinger_Travels]

@@Kat-I-am3333with all due respect, the “fear” that PTSD conjures can not just be willed away.

[@Mercalons]

Step by step ,just taking small steps

[@Mercalons]

​@@Tdinger_Travels That IS true only God can totally heal it

[@janetkoball44]

Love your rig. And big truck. So glad you are a Search and Rescue man. I suppose we need a lot more. Thanks Brian.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you!

[@lorid2092]

I love that he converted it from 2WD to 4WD. I have a Subaru Outback, and I can't imagine my adventures without AWD.

[@bindingcurve]

Never have any issues with my 2WD Xterra. 90% of it is good tires and not being dumb. Anyplace you truly need 4WD is probably not the best place to take that rig.

[@kylew4920]

@@bindingcurveeh, yes & no. When you live up north having a 4 wheel drive or even an AWD makes a huge difference in a raging icy snowstorm. New tires on a 2wd definitely helps though. You can also put on tire cables on a 2wd if you’re getting stuck and it’s a pain in the butt. I’ll take my 4wd and the added ground clearance any day.

[@cruisepaige]

I'm thrilled to learn you can convert to 4WD!!! My current 1995 camper-van is my dream van except for being 2 WD. Also women love their entire. Freaking. LIVES on hyper alert. PLEASE THINK ABOUT THIS.

[@JuanitaCunningham-lt7sz]

My son has one and I will definitely share this info with him! Very nice.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Please do. Thank you😊

[@mrkim5644]

I love this style of van with the “penthouse” bed in the high top.

[@sandramurphy1931]

Excellent Presentation and will use the Sensor information. Thank You !

[@tommcqueen3145]

👍👍 That sensor receiver is cool for all kinds of things

[@kimprocarione5473]

Wow! Excellent job on your rig! I remember when I was living in my van for almost 2 years that I was the happiest and calmest that I had ever been! I've been in an apartment for too long now due to a series of unfortunate events. I still dream of getting back out on the road again, but it's a catch-22 situation with my own PTSD and anxiety at this time. I keep getting closer! It's taking a lot of work but it will be totally worth it! Bravo to you, sir, and thank you for all you have done!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you for the kind words. Do what you can to follow your dreams 😊. Trust me, it’s easy to give into the fear. Please do what you can to work past it, life is way too beautiful to let it win ❤

[@jaystewart9947]

Great rig. Jason Durrah of Primal Outdoors used the same company to do the 4x4 swap. I’ve heard no complaints from them.

[@MitchellCamps]

So awesome! I’ve got a similar van to this, the Airstream B190. Can’t wait to 4x4 swap mine. I’m in the process of a full interior restoration for me.

[@Guy-Martin]

That thing's a monster .. pretty cool. For anything off road, a van like that would be nice to have. A KZbinr that has a 4x4 factory van would be, Foresty Forest. The discussion about calming your mind was relevant and interesting to learn about. Thanks for sharing.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you for the compliment! It was a really fun build and now we get to enjoy it. Hope to see you down the road at some point.

[@AngelaJonesReviews]

Looks like a great build was done with this van

[@gabrielleparis3532]

✨️🌻Thank you for this video! What a great guy and and great build!

[@einzgeisha]

Thank you for sharing your home and your enthusiasm and who helped with the frame!

[@RusselynConnor]

Awesome van. Never heard of taking a 2wd to a 4x4, but it looks perfect!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

It’s been a fun build. 😊

[@monikalenz2559]

Perfect build. I'd want the dry bath too having been spoiled in a class A. Now pulling a tiny trailer with a wet bath (13' Scamp) with my Wrangler but thinking of an Econoline buildout some day. Great idea for security lights and motion detection!

[@joycealverson2358]

Great video. I also have a 92 ford camper van with lower profile top. It was so great to see another vintage van like mine.

[@Brenfield]

Very cool rig

[@briantodd4887]

This guy has a great yet realistic attitude. Kudos to him. I was laughing my azz off when he mentioned Jason. I love this van build- they did a great job 👏

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you so much 😊

[@leeleroux9092]

Thsnk you Todd and Bob❤. I am truly grateful for what I am learning. ❤

[@TheyCallMeSir_H]

Wow, this guy is as high intensity as his rig; good job.

[@MountainAjar]

Excellent, good job both of you

[@bparker8195]

Awesome build and mods done to it. Love those vans. Great job.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you 😊

[@AnasAdventures111]

Oooh, I need to get those sensors and lights. Great video!

[@bigfoote4x4]

Nice to see another Ajs4x4vans build! My 2019 GMC Savana has been converted to 4wd by Ajs as well. Safe travels!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

He does good work! Safe travels to you 😊

[@cruisepaige]

Heading back to Oregon!!!

[@Respect-All13]

I suffer from PTSD and live in the country, I've found that solar powered motion lights help alot. You can install them or just lay them anyhwere and as soon as somone comes within distance they get lit up with lights. I used them when i went camping, i just sat them around my tent, it also helps you if you need to go outside the light comes on and nd keeps you from tripping over anything, pick one up and use it as a flashlight as well .

[@Tdinger_Travels]

I agree motion lights can help a lot, I really like the magnetic ones for the sides and front and rear of the van. It certainly can help lower the anxiety.

[@jeremytorgersen]

This is a great rig! I will definitely be getting the motion sensors and lights when I hit the road soon!

[@wyrdadventures]

Beautiful! Looks like my 1992 Ford F250 Econoline 190. I have a dinette in the back and toilet on the side near the couch. LOVE IT! Such a change from living in my Pacifica for 2 years. Maybe see you in Q sometime!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you! I plan on attending the RTR again this year 😊 hope to see ya there!

[@stevenbarnes8238]

The piece of mind safety devices alone are worth watching this video. The van is awesome.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you 😊

[@herkimeratrandom5772]

Looks great. What an awesome van. 4x4 is awesome and does help quite a bit. Great tour of the van.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you😊

[@cenedraleaheldra5275]

For me this is a perfect build and size of vechile. I think standing up is very important. All in one.

[@angelafitzgerald7407]

Nice van love it

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you 😊

[@lynnedolan7905]

Love your security system. Thanks for the tour. Happy trails!😊

[@WordNerd1971]

Thank you for speaking about P.T.S.D.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you, I’ve made it a high priority over many years to do what I can to help end the stigma regarding mental health and especially PTSD

[@snaketotem]

Fantastic interview and our Beast looks great. ❤

[@tommyamaya4254]

Great knowledge to be safe thank you for your channel

[@Rlaplante73]

Awesome conversion van ... great job!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you 😊

[@bsizzlehill2283]

I like how they talk about the outside a little. A lot of channels go straight to the inside.

[@karenkazjefreys2913]

great interview, love the rig.

[@RussellNollenMusic]

Thank you for sharing this! ❤

[@LucyandtheScamp]

Love the sensor!

[@lindsaymoore3534]

The van is amazing!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you 😊

[@aimreadings]

Just here... Learning... With nobody helping me through trying to get myself started in transitioning my 2011 Kia Sportage, And everyone telling me I'm crazy and all sorts of arguments and fighting in the process of me just having to defend myself.... Being told I'll never make it and being told my car will never make it and trying to instill all sorts of fears in me... Very exhausting... Just here trying to learn and to get the hell out of here with my cat who is on chemo meds 😮‍💨 Thanks for your helpful videos!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Do your best not to listen to everyone else and just follow your dreams. 😊

[@wendycamp307]

Beautiful set up for sure!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you😊

[@sdanzinator]

Love the bench pillow!

[@jeffreyteasley8885]

Todd is doing great 🎉

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thanks! 😊

[@ronachadwick7908]

Fabulous rig!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you😊

[@Zelda4U]

Fabulous transformation! Someday......

[@grannypeacock1218]

Very nice! 🎉

[@derykmacleod4979]

really nice van!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you 😊

[@alicial6072]

Nice camper, I think we all need those sensor's because I don't ptsd but would find comfort in knowing if someone or something is around my camper.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Worth every penny 😊

[@gailjohnson6670]

Thank you for the video.

[@dennym1172]

I'm vet rockin a casita towed by a tacoma...All lifted to get above the bumps

[@kadiocalc]

Honda Ct110 is The Australian Postie Bike.

[@IbHustln]

that Honda bike is sick!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thanks. We love it! 😍

[@patriciasmith7282]

The driveway sensor is genius

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you, like I said, I’m sure I’m not the first one to figure this out, but it is a great piece of mind for me.

[@Datzneat]

Hope your back is doing well bud.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Slowly, but progress is progress. 😊

[@SilviaGaray-yx1rn]

Enjoy 👏👏👏 Great Job at finding Solutions ‼️

[@chinoyhealingfoodstravels8888]

Greetings from Redondo Beach 🇺🇸🇺🇸Nice camper van video👍🏽

[@chrisniner8772]

..... A can of bear spray, a .38 and a baseball bat go a long way to boosting confidence. My rig (and home is 100 percent solar)... But rejetting a carb is quite simple.

[@kimbasciano_]

Love his van!!

[@jss27560]

One thing that doesn’t seem to get asked during these videos is what type of gas miliage do you get. If your plan is to go someplace and stay for a month its not a big deal but if you plan to travel a lot it might be helpful.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

We get 10 mpg consistently.

[@ritabroils6190]

Good size TV and it's orientation.

[@user-hx2gv1pb1q]

That’s what I’ve found. No one wanting to convert my old van. Good to know there’s a reputable company out there that will do it. I’ve got a ‘93 Dodge B350, wanting to do 4wd. Just not sure how much life is left in the engine. lol. 178k miles so far.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

You’ll love Art at AJ’s.

[@sophiemarcaurele]

What a charismatic, eloquent, informative and dapper gent! ☺️ I really appreciate him being vulnerable and sharing about PTSD, which is something many of us suffer with in silence ❤ his security tips are duly noted! 🫡 📓

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you for the kind words 😊

[@Chloe_Stella]

Great video. Potable has nothing to do with pots. Potable comes from the Latin potare, meaning "to drink" with a long "o."

[@Tdinger_Travels]

lol. Correction noted 😅

[@snaketotem]

😂

[@johndamonjr]

License plate...NO CANDY....hilarious! I have a similar, white lifted off-road van, and friends joke with me about it being a creeper van, or a van down by the river :) BUT, it looks nothing like the vans you see in those movies, thankfully.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thanks. I was amazed the plate was still available. 😊

[@user-hx2gv1pb1q]

My kids call mine a kidnapper van. 🤦🏼‍♀️ And also, I’m glad they’re aware of that. Stay away, just in case. 😂

[@TracyKelley18]

Very nice! Wish I had the $$$ for something like this

[@suesmith9013]

Love the futon!

[@mikeonabus]

Thank you

[@eugeneenslow8563]

4x4 conversion and high top👍👍

[@davefletch3063]

Great looking van

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you 😊

[@TravelingPhotographer]

Swivel seats are THE BEST!

[@monicagandolfo]

Congrats on admitting your PTSD and for working to compensate for it!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you 😊. It’s a daily process

[@FATBOY2222]

That is my dream rig

[@tiesonloewen4259]

Tod you’re awesome!!!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Shucks. Thanks. 😊

[@ramontoro]

Hello from Puerto Rico friends

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Hello !!!

[@alanweisner2421]

I have a built out E250 that's been my retirement home for 5 yrs. I am curious about the downtime you experienced doing the 4x4 conversion. I pull my boat with me 100% and 4x4 would be amazing on those remote dirt boat ramps.

[@jTroutuorT7034]

My older brother in New Mexico has one just like it in his garage (without the mods of course) but not starting at all. Any idea as to what we should do to get it started?. It's been sitting in his garage for a decade or so. The closest to the city for him is about 20 miles away. I have subscribed to his channel but I was hoping to get some information on this build and mods in more detail... I concur with him about being able to get parts and simple repairs done with the older cars. simplicity of repairing this vehicle and getting the parts are very important when you're on the go. Great Van!

[@Tdinger_Travels]

I’m no mechanic, but I would certainly have it towed someplace where they can completely change. All of the fluids probably pull all the gasoline out of it because it’s probably turn to varnish by now work with somebody who would know how to start that without harming it since it’s been sitting so long.

[@gapeach51170]

Sweetness!

[@jonathanjacques7250]

Very cool rig.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you 😊

[@ronpeted]

Nice ride.

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Thank you

[@UrsulaArvand-il5dp]

LV it😜👍🏻

[@Charleslrhodes]

Keep Cb radio 📡

[@Tdinger_Travels]

Currently, there is a dual band hammer radio, GMRS and CB radio in the van. I’ve always been a bit of a radio geek.

[@tinkering123]

Absolutely the dream...

[@RA-fm8wr]

There was one of these for sale in OK at the start of the pandemic and I regret not buying it.

[@OhSnap-kb9vr]

I formerly owned a 1990 Dodge Van bought new. Back then they didnt come from the dealer with swivels or Captain's Chairs. You had to install them yourself after-market.

[@patriceingrassia3862]

Yay finally a fellow intravec camper. Yours is so cool! Thanks for sharing I have a 1993 Chevy G30 that I am finally ready to get on the road in October from the PNW. Can you tell me what your awning is? Mine is broken and I am looking at replacing.

[@Charleslrhodes]

Ford pinto was king ✌️

[@Tdinger_Travels]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@crackerjack6075]

I'm interested, so I wrote down his YT and will look for that rig. But seems like he will benefit to go have that rig weighed - it looks as though his travel weight is close to the max

[@Tdinger_Travels]

I’ve been very conscious of how heavy the rig was getting. It is just shy of 13 K fully loaded. With the bike on it does have a little bit of Carolina squat, looking into either airbags or a heavier, spring pack.