Pointwithinacircle
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- Oct 22, 2015
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I guess my needs aren't typical. Most RV's are set up for camping. While I may occasionally want to sleep in my van, that is not it's intended purpose. I live pretty far away from my family and I visit them frequently. I want an RV so that I can make long trips without having to stop so often. Basically this means I need comfortable seats, a place for passengers to nap, a toilet, cold drinks, and snacks. As I search (and search and search) the internet, classifieds, and RV lots I am finding that most RV's are expensive because they have things that I don't need.
I have begun to wonder about buying off the shelf components and building my own van. Is it possible to buy, for example, a complete, ready to install, toilet enclosure? How about a complete, ready to install, "kitchen" cabinets? Where do I look to find suppliers? Is there a reference guide for "weight and balance" in van modification? I am willing to spend the money for top quality parts because this needs to be a high quality traveling vehicle. I feel that I have the skills and the tools to install anything that comes with good instructions.
If anyone has experience in building their own van I would appreciate any advice you can offer.
I have begun to wonder about buying off the shelf components and building my own van. Is it possible to buy, for example, a complete, ready to install, toilet enclosure? How about a complete, ready to install, "kitchen" cabinets? Where do I look to find suppliers? Is there a reference guide for "weight and balance" in van modification? I am willing to spend the money for top quality parts because this needs to be a high quality traveling vehicle. I feel that I have the skills and the tools to install anything that comes with good instructions.
If anyone has experience in building their own van I would appreciate any advice you can offer.