So in my search for all covering, I found a panel design I liked; I wanted that old-ship look. I was checking Lowes, and they had a plan for Cabin Creek; I loved it. The best part is that it’s usually $36 for each 4×8 sheet, but it was discounted to $14. So I snagged up enough to get the job done with some.

I got started tonight finishing insulation on the walls and started paneling, and I love the look im getting. I got two panels up using self-tapping screws into the aluminum studs. I plan to paint the screw heads a dark brown to cover the shiny screw heads. I left gaps in the corners for cable runs, and cabinets will cover most of the area around the top. I’m still debating on trim.

I need to add extra wire to the lights so I can wire them in later, so I will tackle that tomorrow. I move, I cover the happier I get. I’ll show more progress tomorrow. I want to get this done before it gets cold again.

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Nathan

Navigating through life, or as I like to call it, stumbling through a travel brochure, I’ve bounced from one continent to another like a ping pong ball. From riding a camel around the pyramids and getting lost in Cairo’s bazaars, to scuba diving wrecks off Florida, mingling with sharks in Roatan, and admiring Cozumel’s coral reefs. And amidst this whirlwind of adventure, I find time to scribble it all down in a blog, because what’s a near-death experience with a dolphin if you can’t brag about it online, right? So here’s to cheap travels, history lessons in every port, and unforgettable under-the-sea encounters. May my suitcase always be packed and my oxygen tank never be empty!

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After 2 days, and and some cold weather, I got the bench seat out and wire harness fully removed. Thats a lot of wire, I pulled everthing out so I can run clean easy to access wire. The bench proved to be a pain in the butt, but after some hookah and a little help from FB group I got it done.

The Bench

So I desided to build a murphy be in place of the bench seat. So that calls for removing the bench completely as I was to put a Full size bed. The bed when stowed will have benchs and table that fold out. so the area is used in. It can be a bed, dining set, work table, or open area.

Removing the bench was rough, I found it was screwed down, bolted down, glued down and pinned down by a met bracket for the seat belts, so once un screwed, and bolted, I had to pry up with a crow bar enough to get the glue free, and pry away from the wall to push out. When the bench was out I could unbold the bracked for the belts. I did have to grind out the 3 bold on the bench on the front as they were rusted.

The Wire all the Wires

So this was fun for me, I like cutting out all the wires, and finding all the little hidden areas. I think I pulled over 150lbs of wire out. Doing this killed the Brake and blinkers in the rear. This will be the first thing I rewire.

The Build begins

I popped over to lowes to get some 2in foam insulation for the walls. The 2 sheets I got, did 1.5 od the sides and the front. After using the 2 foam boards I made another trip to Lowes. I got a couple bundles of 2×2 lumber and screws. When I got back I started to fram up the kitchen side. That went pretty quick.

So after a full day I got a lot done and looking forward to getting farther along. The build out should be quick, The wiring and electrical setup is gonna take some time since im on a tight budget.

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Nathan

Navigating through life, or as I like to call it, stumbling through a travel brochure, I’ve bounced from one continent to another like a ping pong ball. From riding a camel around the pyramids and getting lost in Cairo’s bazaars, to scuba diving wrecks off Florida, mingling with sharks in Roatan, and admiring Cozumel’s coral reefs. And amidst this whirlwind of adventure, I find time to scribble it all down in a blog, because what’s a near-death experience with a dolphin if you can’t brag about it online, right? So here’s to cheap travels, history lessons in every port, and unforgettable under-the-sea encounters. May my suitcase always be packed and my oxygen tank never be empty!

www.travaddic.com

I found this on OfferUp, a 2002 Ford E450 Diesel 7.3 Horton Ambulance. Plans are a full off-grid camper tiny home Conversion. I used to do these 70s-era Volkswagen Camper busses; those have gotten way out of control on prices. So following on my list was a meat wagon; I have always wanted to do one, and this will be fun. I do all the work myself.

Whats the plan?

I plan to gut out everything I down need or use. I am staring at the bench seat and wire harness. I want to start cleaning with the wiring and run everything. I will make it easy to access, repair, and modify as needed. The electrical system will be 12 volts, mainly with a very limited 110v.

I’m configuring a solar system to run 800w to 1200w of panels. These will charge 200-300AH of batteries. In addition, I have a 2000w inverter that will be on a limited switch for rare occasions.

The kitchen will have a Stove and oven, as I like to bake some. A small sink with running water may be hot and cold. I want a Camplux 2.64 GPM Tankless Propane Water Heater, not Camplux 2.64 GPM Tankless Propane Water Heater and not a tank.

Plans for the bus are for a complete conversion. It will have lots of Solar, composting toilets, a shower, a full kitchen, a full-size bed, and a work desk. I’m rewiring the box altogether. I do this on a limited budget and use lots of used stuff when possible. I’m a thrift store and yard sale hunter, so I don’t mind used stuff and can fix most anything.

The Ford chassis is a little rusty but not horrible. I can remove the box and swap it if need be. I wanted the large Horton box. I wish it were complete but hey, It’s a project.

Contact me if you have any questions on our contact page

Nathan

Navigating through life, or as I like to call it, stumbling through a travel brochure, I’ve bounced from one continent to another like a ping pong ball. From riding a camel around the pyramids and getting lost in Cairo’s bazaars, to scuba diving wrecks off Florida, mingling with sharks in Roatan, and admiring Cozumel’s coral reefs. And amidst this whirlwind of adventure, I find time to scribble it all down in a blog, because what’s a near-death experience with a dolphin if you can’t brag about it online, right? So here’s to cheap travels, history lessons in every port, and unforgettable under-the-sea encounters. May my suitcase always be packed and my oxygen tank never be empty!

www.travaddic.com