Ambulance Conversion Tour | Freightliner FL60 Cummins Powered House On Wheels

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3 жыл бұрын

I had the opportunity to get up close with a Freightliner FL60 ambulance that is being used as a house on wheels. Get a look at all of the storage and headroom that this style of rig can give you. Stick around to the end to see Lefty get his walking snacks!!
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My name is David and with my dog Lefty we live full time in our converted ambulance RV. I made this change to my 'standard' life and you can too! Subscribe and comment - Lefty would appreciate it - he wants the adventures to keep coming!
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The Campulance is a 2002 Ford E450 Marque Commando 164 Class III ambulance powered by the Ford 7.3l Powerstroke diesel engine and a 4 speed + overdrive transmission. Lefty is a 65lb Staffordshire Terrier (best I can tell) that came from the Verona Street Animal Shelter in March 2014 at the age of 9 months. We have been living full time in the campulance since July 2019.

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@spaceprepper3657 3 ай бұрын

Sweet rig. May the good Lord watch over you and your family and friends. Peace and Love 😊.

@tommyo321 2 жыл бұрын

Cool rig. THAT BARKING DO WAS ANNOYING!

@tysonadams932 Жыл бұрын

that dog barked the entire time. I would move just to not have to listen to that. I know people love their dogs... but geez!!!

@naomidonovan-perry2667 2 ай бұрын

I like the crew cab. Handy for extra storage.

@LeeAnnCarlsted-uy1fr 4 ай бұрын

I really loved Jim‘s rig! Like you said, it is something to be envious of! I’m going to look that up and see how much something like that would cost me? Maybe you know? I really loved this video a lot! I don’t know why, but I’m really drawn to ambulances. They just seem so sturdy and so well-made. And when you do your Tours of another rig, you are always so nice and polite to the owners and complementing them and just saying such nice things to them. I could tell that Jim was happy that you liked his rig! Say hi to lefty for me……💗🦮

@tomjourneysadventures7021 Жыл бұрын

That's a nice rig. All that room. Big cab with more room. The things I could do with something like that.

@whitevanman9500 3 жыл бұрын

Now that's what I call a rigg....shower kitchen big bed at the back, give me that and 6-months !!!!! Cool vid David ...

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Right!!! Man what could be done :))

@ducksinarowpatience3670 3 жыл бұрын

Gotta love a man that shares food with his dog. I bought a rig. Wanna help? Do not tell him sit then have him jump up and reward him you're confusing him. Give Left a kong with peanutbutter when you tour.

@robertmuckle2985 3 жыл бұрын

...and never off of your own fork. There's no substitute for discipline, and ones dog needs to know their place, or they just become annoying beggars that expect to bark...and receive. Nothing beats training...and everyone wins, even bowser;)

@lorettarushing3498 2 жыл бұрын

I love jim's Ride ❤️

@cherelann 3 жыл бұрын

Aesthetic appeal applies for both men and women when it comes to living spaces. Surrounding yourself with beauty improves my mood and lifts my spirit. In most cases, all a nomad needs is to step outside their vehicles to enjoy nature but the inside of the rig should be cozy in case you have to stay inside because the wind is blowing. Lefty, please mind your manners so we can hear what your dad has to say...it just might be important, lol.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Good comment thank you Cherel :) Lefty comes with me now on rig tours!!

@kiann23 3 жыл бұрын

Well said Cherel. My thoughts, too. Thank you. ~L

@dennishuntley7688 2 жыл бұрын

Lefty is Important let him speak his mind.

@yvonnethomas4484 2 жыл бұрын

@@dennishuntley7688 Amen! He is the Star of the channel! Lol we love Lefty!

@drgunsmith4099 3 жыл бұрын

Great living space and set up, respect from the United Kingdom 🇬🇧

@sv-uw1lc 3 жыл бұрын

I sure hope you dedicate some of the video to discussing getting this rig insured...that's really what I'd like to hear about...

@jw1million1 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed seeing other rigs and how they have them set up. Lefty sure knows how to bark up a storm when he misses you!

@julie2334 3 жыл бұрын

Awe we love Lefty

@julie2334 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice rig.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Julie :)

@louisbecke2348 2 жыл бұрын

You must be jealous as hell. Cummins engine with an Allison transmission is the dream combo. Now that rig I would go all out on.

@TheCampulanceMan 2 жыл бұрын

I sure was envious of his rig. It ticked all the boxes for me!!

@janp7660 Жыл бұрын

Love lefty!

@yosemitepaul Жыл бұрын

Love that Rig. OMG. Dave I can see why you want it if he sells it.

@kensakamoto258 Жыл бұрын

Great video. That's one of the few extended cab FL60's I have seen. Of all the fire engines I drove, the FL60 was my favorite. Very easy to drive and reliable. I have operated mobile command centers and we would use the onboard generator for rapid setup but later switch to an outboard generator to reduce noise and vibration in the vehicle. It also made us better neighbors to other vehicles and people in the vicinity.

@CurtisDrew1 5 ай бұрын

Although he's probably already got a shower working in that cabinet by now, I'll through this out to the viewers to consider. I've seen other ambulance rigs that put the shower in the hallway just after if the cab pass through. The floor pan is cut in under the hallway floor, and a slatted wood grate is set in the shower pan to maintain a level floor. Then shower curtains at the passthrough and the cabinet edge. The plumbing for the shower head is run from a sink that is usually plumbed in on the drivers side cabinet. I've even seen some folks put a toilet in the passenger side cabinet that has a shelf above the persons head for towel and toiletries. I'd love to have a bigger ambulance like that one. I have a 1997 400hp Cummins 12 valve in my 1990 Class A RV that gives me 14 mpg Love that engine... I have an AFC in it so I can turn up the HP to 650 horses if I need to. (Hot Rodded Engine with a hot rodded transmission and re geared rear limited slip differential to go with it) Love to watch Dave videos. One of these days, our paths will cross!

@TheCampulanceMan 5 ай бұрын

I wish I had that kind of power!

@carmentaylor3706 3 жыл бұрын

My husband and I have a 1995 Freightliner FL60 campulance and we installed a cassette toilet and a full shower and still have room for a queen size bed, full kitchen and dining area. We had an Onan generator but took it out because it was just to loud, we have a smaller one now to run our air conditioner plus we have 400 watts of solar panels that runs our frig., freezer, air fryer, and instant pot, TV and VCR. We absolutely love our fig and get so much attention it gets embarrassing some times LOL. I’m so glad I found your channel.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thats a great sounding rig! Too great right - all the looky lews!! Thank you for watching and commenting Carmen :)

@alicemaine8042 3 жыл бұрын

Carmen, Do you need a CDL or health card to drive your rig?

@carmentaylor3706 3 жыл бұрын

@@alicemaine8042 No all we have is a CDL because it’s registered as an RV and insured as one too which is really really cheap.The DMV inspected it to prove it was an RV which required a bed sleeping area, sink, stove or microwave kitchen area and a toilet.

@paulhunter546 3 жыл бұрын

Cool rig and great tour David..of course Lefty steals the show 😁👍

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul :) Lefty says HI!!

@paulhunter546 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCampulanceMan Gonna order a Lefty sticker for sure.. gotta rep the star of your channel 😁👍

@michaelsmith9308 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely perfect for a live in! Awesome cabinets....

@michaelpetersonjr 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video and awesome rig for a 1997, especially with the mechanical 5.9 12 valve Cummins in it. Glad Jim found one with the last of the mechanical 12 valve Cummins. After 1998 the 12 valve was phased out and came the 24 valve. That engine was electronically controlled. Then came the Common Rail version of that engine for 2003. Common Rail is a new term for the later turbo diesel engines, including Volkswagen TDI (which is Turbocharged Direct Injection), Mercedes-Benz Bluetec engines, and the Ram trucks with the later version of the 5.9 Cummins and the current 6.7 Cummins. This version of Jim's Freightliner was optioned with the Mercedes-Benz MBE engines or the Caterpillar engines, not just Cummins. I guess it has to do with the higher up chassis for either engine. I am not too sure about the other newer turbo diesels, and, David, please forgive me if I made a lengthy comment, but just wanted to give you more diesel talk. Thinking of you and Lefty :)

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Good info Mike thank you. I do remember him mentioning something about that being the last year - that must be what he was referring to.

@jimt1226 3 жыл бұрын

I wasn't looking for this purchase but saw the year plus engine - transmission combo. plus low mileage. So went to take a look!

@michaelpetersonjr 3 жыл бұрын

@@jimt1226 Jim, I saw the video many times again (while I am enjoying my morning coffee on the East Coast) and wanted to thank you for this tour that David had filmed. Now, that is a rig worth enjoying with the Cummins diesel! ✌👍

@cindychurch925 Жыл бұрын

I just love how sweet your dog is. I love Lefty

@carmenmarcinkiewicz7149 Жыл бұрын

Wow. That rig is super impressive!!

@southernfriedcircuits 3 жыл бұрын

face it, lefty is the real star of this channel

@sheilajohnson6478 2 жыл бұрын

This reminds me of how the sailing (catamaran) communities get along so great. What a wonderful life all of you have. Be safe.👍🏼🙂

@TheCampulanceMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sheila :)

@noahkaul8155 3 жыл бұрын

Kinda wish I had the extend cab!! Thank you for the video!!

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

That gave him a bunch of extra room - very roomy cab

@DeborahLong7777 3 жыл бұрын

This is a home on wheels!!! I need a home, not a camper vehicle but I NEED a home ❤

@bkad6238 3 жыл бұрын

NICE rig!!!!

@ojibway3 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe if you kept your best friend with you? We still love ya. Happy days

@ClarksAddress 3 жыл бұрын

I used to drive that rig! What a blast to the past! LOL

@Michaelw777.52 3 жыл бұрын

Oh awesome. I'm so envious. What a beautiful rig. Now I want one of those, lol. Wow.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

The FL is a great rig with a lot of room and comfortable driving. I was envious of it!

@minnesotasalamander5913 2 жыл бұрын

Never seen one of those rigs. nice to see one.

@amyfmc1 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, I'm brand new to your channel and am already in love 26 seconds in!! What a perfect dog you have 😌 He's gorgeous and I can already tell just by the way he is looking at you and waiting for your go ahead that he adores you and is completely loyal and devoted. Now I'm gonna watch your video ☺️

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Amy :) Lefty is my buddy!

@kiann23 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! I have major rig envy! Awesome rig! Good for him! 12 mpg is not great but for the whole package i could live with it. I would live in it for a while before ei started to customize so i would have a feel for the space and my needs. Plenty of room for full indoor wetbath accessible from inside or outside. Could do complete kotchen build; beds.... Lots of room for hi capacity fresh water tank add. Love the exterior secure storage boxes. Plenty of room for bikes, surfboards, skis, full complement outdoor gear. ~ L

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

There is definitely a lot of room for all kinds of modifications :)

@bocabral1433 3 жыл бұрын

That's okay that's definitely a cool Road dog you have there

@DeborahLong7777 3 жыл бұрын

Sweet ❤

@tonyyost7125 3 жыл бұрын

WOW what a big rig.....t

@haydensommers420 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, love the rig... don't forget the engine next time, that's the heart of any rig..

@DeborahLong7777 3 жыл бұрын

I found many don't even live in the vehicle, make it seem so easy lol. Disturbing to see them living at home or have a condo to go home to. I'm in Texas and want to see more Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, Florida, wherever I please! Seen alot of Promasters, Transit? Lot's of great people to help along the way.

@carmenmariacortesmarin2664 3 жыл бұрын

Nice rig

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

The medium duty like this are awesome!!

@timkennedy7177 Жыл бұрын

I worked in Lee County EMS and probably did some time in the back of that ambulance

@MrAndycm 3 жыл бұрын

You should rename your videos to (Lefty and theCampulance Man)

@kimhillsong7295 3 жыл бұрын

you got that man

@c4l977 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I've been looking at these as a potential RV conversion.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

They're an awesome platform to build!

@c4l977 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCampulanceMan I've been facilitating about what to buy or build out for when I retire since 2014. I'm chosing an ambulance because of the build quality, electrical wiring and capability. I hope to make my purchase around January 2021 to start the conversion. September 2022 is when I retire and I'd like it be finished or at least headed that way.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

@@c4l977 Hi Candy - if I can help in your decision or your planning you let me know!

@badgerpa9 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice Freightliner. I suggest using a set of hand commands for Lefty, he never takes his eyes off of you and may be easier to train if you use a set of hand commands for him. One hand is all he needs just the position and what you are doing and he will get it fast. If you are right handed and tend to point with your right hand I would use the left hand and then use whistle sounds if you can do them for distance. Just like kids all dogs are different I may be all wrong, but I have had a few over the years that others could not train and they all could be trained once I was trained to help them.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Good ideas - I did train him sit and stay with hand signs but I didn't go any farther with it. .

@thervviking6995 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCampulanceMan At the end? Is that when he was trained to sit or stay? Aren’t you afraid somebody is going to blast his damned noisy head off just to get a little peace and quiet if they’re camping within a half a mile of you?

@kiann23 3 жыл бұрын

Great video David! Thank you to Jim for the tour. :) Jim T, Where do you go for motor maintenance and tires? Do you have air brakes on that rig? I think i would want them on a rig that big... ~L

@amyfmc1 3 жыл бұрын

I would absolutely love to travel around and meet up with others in places like this! Amazing. I feel like the community is so welcoming and that you must meet so many people who become true friends. I have been dreaming of living this way for a very long time. I have one son left at home ( out of 5 kiddos ) who starts high school this year so once he is out on his own I hope to find a way to make this happen for myself

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

There is a huge group of very welcoming people living this life - you'll meet new friends for sure 👍 Plan and make it happen!

@MrAndycm 3 жыл бұрын

Please ask Jim where he purchased the truck.

@jimt1226 3 жыл бұрын

I bought it of of Craigslist from a individual,,who purchased it at auction in Mississippi. It had all lights and stripes + lettering when I bought it.

@greeneyedgirlina 3 жыл бұрын

Re Lefty’s barking obsession.....bless his heart...I recently saw in a video Bussy McBusface posted, someone they were visiting with used a Modus device to get his neighbors’ barking dogs to stop, worked immediately. This might be a way to train Lefty to not bark in most cases. Modus ultrasound dog barking deterrent device. M-239 is the upgraded 2021 version. On Amazon, models under $30. Product info says not to use on dogs under 6 months old or over 8 years old, or with hearing problems.

@xxbambamxx7261 2 жыл бұрын

He can install a webasto like heater on the engine, and he will have hot air in winter without running the engine all the time👌

@Mike-01234 Жыл бұрын

Neighbor picked up on old beat up diesel pusher class A some drug addicts were living in it abandoned it. He had a friend who worked at a impound yard all he had to do was pay some fees we took it back to his house has a acre and big garage. We stripped it down the generator was a 4 cylinder diesel only 350 hours on it. We pulled everything off it was value sent rest to a scrap yard. He installed the generator as his house as a backup generator when the power goes out.

@TheCampulanceMan Жыл бұрын

That's an awesome get!!!

@harryweatherstone8331 2 жыл бұрын

Poor neighbours hearing that dog bark constantly, was it Lefty??

@599miata 2 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍

@quaidace 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Quick question... do you have cellular or WiFi reception problems inside the living space of your conversion?

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

I have a weboost RV that broadcasts a cell signal inside the house. That gives me a good strong signal inside.

@HankHill757 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful rig, that is exactly what I want to find and convert! Where did he buy it from with such low mileage and great upkeep?

@jimt1226 3 жыл бұрын

I did purchase from an individual in Calif. He purchased at Auction but picked it up at a volunteer Fire station in Mississippi. Apparently it had been inside past 15yrs.

@domingocamacho4976 2 жыл бұрын

I have one for sale 2006 Ambulance freightliner

@richschwartz8004 3 жыл бұрын

That would be awesome to find one as nice as that one. Thanks for sharing. Lefty reminds me of Petey from the little rascals minus the black patch over his eye. God bless and stay safe.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

That is a nice clean rig! Thanks Rich :)

@karenfranz7262 3 жыл бұрын

👍

@reginaldwright247 3 жыл бұрын

The look on the dog's face after eating the first bite was "IZAT it!!??

@carriebishop8568 2 жыл бұрын

Just a suggestion. Do you think that you could put lefty inside your vehicle until you're finished interviewing? I mean seriously I love your dog and your videos are great. I only mention this because it's kind of wearing on some of us trying to listen to what you're saying with whoever you're interviewing and all I hear is the dog barking and it's kind of annoying. And I only say this in a respectful sincere way that's all. You're doing a great job with these interviews. Just wanted to say that.

@TheCampulanceMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Carrie :) The biggest challenge I have... keeping Lefty quiet!

@ruready4adventure743 2 жыл бұрын

David, (you may have already visited) if not, have you considered visiting the Overland Expos? You should make it up to Overland Expo West in May. Located in beautiful Flagstaff Arizona. Hit me up if you think you’ll make it. The girlfriend and I will be in my Hydroblue JKRU. I’m interested in the Ambulance idea. Jeremiah 29:11

@TheCampulanceMan 2 жыл бұрын

I'll look at it - thanks for that:)

@cirrus820travelers9 3 жыл бұрын

Where was this great yt done? Quartzsite? Looks familiar.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

That was at Dome Rock :)

@ducksinarowpatience3670 3 жыл бұрын

David: ok that is enough. Lefty: 😒

@vagabonddeesadventures8491 3 жыл бұрын

Lefty is a spoiled brat. So good to see my Gogo isn’t the only one. 🤣😂

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Right! He is :)

@ronnenni7246 3 жыл бұрын

Any man with a pit has to be ok

@lisafleming9603 3 жыл бұрын

Not just "ok," preferably, a firm handed and loving 🐕‍🦺 trainer and handler. This breed is not to be taken lightly.

@kheangnou8582 2 жыл бұрын

Can you drive this on a regular drivers license or would you need a commercial license?

@TheCampulanceMan 2 жыл бұрын

Yes a regular license

@wcurtin1962 2 жыл бұрын

If money was no object, I wouldn't buy a coach. I would buy a new ambulance as a glider kit.

@NightFlightTM 3 жыл бұрын

Does driving that rig require a CDL?

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

No, a regular license is all.

@frenchfryfarmer436 3 жыл бұрын

If your over 26,000 lb GVW or has air brakes you need a CDL or air brake endorsement.

@sjeffreyw Жыл бұрын

Couldn't hear the gentleman you interviewed.

@lilgreentruck3936 3 жыл бұрын

I wish you wouldnt apologize or lefty . Hes your baby

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike - I only wish everyone felt the same way...

@xToddmcx 3 жыл бұрын

6'2'' he says, while giving that shamed look all men give when lying about their height.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Ha... I'll need to rewatch this, I missed that!!

@rohtati1020 2 жыл бұрын

It's NOT a "guy's truck" It's a garage workshop. It's NOT a "girl's" truck. It's home away from home.. 🚛

@AmericaBound 3 жыл бұрын

Breaks my heart hearing Lefty barking knowing he just wants to explore and seeing the other dogs running around...

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

After we finished looking at the trucks he went on a looong run to work off his frustration! :)

@marklloyd4153 2 жыл бұрын

Buy some Buffalo horns for him to chew on they last forever and ever and don’t smell like hooves

@faithlewis4695 3 жыл бұрын

That woman with that damn dog; people can be so ignorant. Nice video.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Faith :)

@kurkaunlimited 2 жыл бұрын

Great video but hearing dog barking iin back around is almost unbareable lol

@Pana-anna63 3 жыл бұрын

I was watching another van lifer who was boom docking and complained about barking 🐕 I now know what she was talking about.

@unclebob6728 2 жыл бұрын

You need a Barkbuster ultrasonic device to curb the barking.

@tcstoker1 2 жыл бұрын

Jeez, make the dog SHUT UP

@Dedmuus 3 жыл бұрын

bro, I love the content but the quality is totally lacking for a modern video.

@mistyhatter5360 Жыл бұрын

The dog wouldn't die being put in your vehicle just for the tour and leaving the AC on. I mean where does he go when y'all travel? Not only are you apologizing to your viewers, it may be very well annoying the people you are interviewing and they are just trying to be nice and more than likely won't say anything.

@bjsmith3343 3 жыл бұрын

I will watch when the dog stops barking and highway traffic is a little more quiet... sorry! Spoiled Viewer🍏

@eddiewalker7252 3 жыл бұрын

.....some dog training videos are in order before he mauls you. An empty water bottle crackle noise curbs unwanted barking.

@senordockman1138 3 жыл бұрын

Lefty is way too distracting.

@stevethomas4095 3 жыл бұрын

Interested but shut that dog up

@tcstoker1 2 жыл бұрын

boring

@daviddion3731 3 жыл бұрын

“Literally” killing himself.........Don’t think so, he is still alive. Buy a dictionary.

@RedpilledPhoenix 2 жыл бұрын

The dogs are so annoying

@bigbeautifultraveling1545 9 ай бұрын

Where have you been able to get insurance for your rig?? I was just dropped from Progressive because it is an ambulance body they told me!! wtf?? Thanks for any info!!

@TheCampulanceMan 9 ай бұрын

Ugh that stinks. I did 2 videos on insurance and there's a lot of great info in the comments from everyone's experiences. If you search my channel for insurance you'll find them :)