Vehicle

Since our budget is targeting a class B

We enjoy the back country as opposed to campgrounds and RV parks. So a proper 4x4 with a low range transfer case is a necessity,

A Mercedes Benz Sprinter is the obvious choice but after they discontinued the 4x4 option that was a big strike against it. Also when you look at service center locations they are very sparse in the west and Rockies areas, another strike. There may be a 4x4 setup coming out for the Sprinter but there is still the service center issue.

The other option is the Ford Transit. Quigley started offering 4x4 upgrades for the late models. Ford service centers are everywhere and the cost of service is much less. We are planning on around 300K miles in the 10 years and may have to replace the transmission but with the savings on service we still be ahead of the game.

from Quigley [https://quigley4x4.com](https://quigley.com){.uri} is the ticket. The long wheelbase and rear over hang will be some what limiting but we have lots of back roads experience in our 4x4 Tacoma so we'll manage.

Below here are just a random collection of notes and represent my thoughts and ramblings and any information should be vetted by yourself. This information will be updated as the design process moves along.

350HD 4WD payload should be about 4000lbs

Order van with hot water engine tap.

Palm knob for steering wheel

Rain X windshield repair

Alpine swivels done need to open doors.

Air inflatable awing

Stereo speakers

https://www.jehnert.de/en/shop-en/doorboards-soundsystems/ford-doorboards-en/ford-transit-2014-en/3-way-loudspeaker-ford-transit/

https://www.fordtransitusaforum.com/threads/stereo-upgrade.94810

Rack https://theswivelshop.com/products/ford-transit-modular-roof-rack

Recovery tracks

http://pronghorngear.com/linktrac/

Our new tires can for the Transit. Falken Wildpeak A/T4Ws 245/75R16 E rated for the weight. Up next will b the Vancompass 2" Stage 4 2.0 topo lift kit. —-

Great tyre. That size cant be alligned without the van compass upper control arms though. I did the same setup and burnen through the sidewall of 2 tyres in 35,000k with rotations

Front Bumper https://owlvans.com/products/pismo-bumper-ford-transit

Leveling
https://eqsystems.us

Ladder in garage

Hose/pump