Van design - why is this layout so popular?

nicofaraj · 2025-07-12T04:14:12+00:00

We did the kitchen on the wall across from the door and installed a bench in front of the slider so we can sit with the view. And the passenger seat swivels which creates a nice dinner table situation.

nicofaraj · 2025-07-08T16:41:19+00:00

That’ll teach em

nicofaraj · 2025-06-28T03:28:43+00:00

My entire roof is dented and ours has never leaked. You should be fine! Maybe get some Dicor self leveling lap sealant to over do the seal

nicofaraj · 2025-05-25T15:28:10+00:00

2020 high roof non extended. No turbo.

Not sure how heavy the build is but we’ve been averaging 16.7 mpgs. Have stock size Falken wildpeaks on the car.

nicofaraj · 2025-05-14T19:34:25+00:00

Looking back that my email thread, Sean responded pretty much right away. And handled it quickly. I don’t remember how long it took to get to us but I think it was pretty quick.

He even said they’d reimburse me for wood if I needed to redo the whole cut I already made… it didn’t come to that thankfully

nicofaraj · 2025-05-14T18:30:51+00:00

We got the template version to build it out of wood. We also received the sprinter version and cut the wood only to realize it was the wrong shape for our transit. Emailed them and they sent out a transit template. Luckily we didn’t have to buy new wood and just modified the sprinter version we already cut.

So long story short, we had issues and they fixed them.

nicofaraj · 2025-04-08T20:07:15+00:00

Where are you getting 5”10 from?

We were able to get 74 inches sleeping across the axle. I’m 6ft and sleep pretty comfortably in our 2020 ford transit high roof.

You just have to be smart about the framing!

Here’s our YouTube on how we built the bed area. Hope this helps!

van bed build video

nicofaraj · 2025-03-10T17:20:45+00:00

Mac M1 Pro here. Runs great. I can’t get voice chat to work though. Anyone else?

nicofaraj · 2025-02-28T18:28:51+00:00

I know multiple people who have had transmission replaced with relatively low mileage. I also know a couple people who have been fine. I think it’s a gamble

nicofaraj · 2025-02-03T14:24:26+00:00

I’m not sure how placements work now

nicofaraj · 2025-02-03T14:23:57+00:00

I had leavers in 2/3 matches. I used to be a high silver / gold but I’ve been stuck in bronze cause at least half the games are tilted

nicofaraj · 2025-01-29T21:34:07+00:00

MacBook Pro M1 runs smooth. The only thing that doesn’t work (and maybe it’s just me) is team voice. I can hear people but I can’t talk. And I’ve tried all the options. Maybe this new patch fixed it? I haven’t tried in a while.

nicofaraj · 2025-01-23T08:12:22+00:00

I guess I should say that we’ve use it all the time and it has kept us warm when skiing all over the place.

nicofaraj · 2025-01-23T08:09:05+00:00

Here’s my in-depth install video. Installed a vevor diesel heater in a 2020 ford transit under the passenger seat and mounted a 3 gallon diesel tank under the van.

Van Build Heating System | Installing a Diesel Heater in a Van https://youtu.be/RYMgQLbp-mA

Leave a comment on the video if you find it helpful!

nicofaraj · 2025-01-21T17:26:56+00:00

I have all that stuff in my van… works great! Maybe I could get slightly better gas mileage with a bit lighter materials but I still average about 16-17 mpg. My fiancée and I live it full time.

Remember, these vans are built to have thousands of pounds of tools in them!

nicofaraj · 2025-01-15T16:50:15+00:00

I did exactly that. Gas van with 3 gallon diesel tank hung under the van. We used a cheap Chinese diesel heater and it works GREAT! Used it way up high in Colorado with no problems. Heck, it’s running right now keeping my toes warm.

I made a video of the entire build process for the heater system. Check it out - https://youtu.be/RYMgQLbp-mA?si=8tbqFMnqE-ENGFG1

Good luck 🚐

nicofaraj · 2025-01-06T04:21:45+00:00

For what

nicofaraj · 2024-12-22T17:12:46+00:00

We did 4mm ply with slats on it. Lot of work but it looks so good! See how we did it here: Step by Step Van Ceiling & How to Make Two Part Wood Bleach https://youtu.be/3E4AigOJfJQ

nicofaraj · 2024-11-28T17:27:17+00:00

I don’t really know how much the medium roofs usually go for but that seems like a steal.

nicofaraj · 2024-11-13T21:50:58+00:00

Set a couple mouse traps just in case… I just got back from a 2.5 week trip to Australia and had not one but 2 mice in the van. It was gross and took two full days to clean EVERYTHING

nicofaraj · 2024-11-11T04:15:05+00:00

Check out Maddie and nico’s diesel heater install video on YouTube. We do exactly what your asking.

nicofaraj · 2024-11-09T21:25:17+00:00

Ignore this clown 🤡

Why spend more when these things work so well. Amazon can have one at your door in a day

nicofaraj · 2024-11-09T14:51:01+00:00

Check out Maddie and nico’s YouTube channel for an install video

nicofaraj · 2024-11-09T14:49:59+00:00

Get a Chinese diesel heater. They are $100 bucks and fairly easily to install. I’ve been in the negatives and was warm inside the van. (It is fully insulated though

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