How to Find Your Ambulance to Convert and What To Look For

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3 жыл бұрын

Here's a run down on how you can locate an ambulance for an RV conversion what to look for, and important tips for making a good decision.
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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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@terryqueen3233 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you thank you thank you I've been considering an ambulance and I've been looking at quite a few just on KZfaq that is now with all the information you've given me I can now start looking more extensively thank you so much for the information. Have a great day and stay safe! TQ out

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Terry!! Look in the comments also to see all the ways people have found their rigs!

@terryqueen3233 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCampulanceMan thanks again man I appreciate that

@theopinion9452 3 жыл бұрын

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@ewalker1057 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing

@tommak6516 3 жыл бұрын

It is a problem if you buy an ambulance and there are still patients left inside.

@sa78247 3 жыл бұрын

Good video David, I used to own a private ambulance company (23 units) and then sold ambulances (McCoy-Miller) for years so I know a little about ambulances, you did a good job explaining to the average person about the types of ambulances. Here is my 2 cents on a couple things: 1)Steer clear of the 6.0 diesel in Fords, they're a nightmare! I think the Chevy Duramax diesels are pretty good also. 2)Type III's like yours ride better than type I's also and the pass-thru is priceless. 3)Ford says 1 idle hour equals 33 miles driven (that's in gasoline police vehicles, not sure if that equates to diesels, I'm not a mechanic), you did a pretty good job explaining mileage vs. idle hours, easy to do the math to see what the real use might be. 4)Headroom in ambulance boxes is usually 66-68" with 72" optional in most brands. 5)Pretty much any of the builders that build aluminum ambulance boxes do a pretty good job nowdays and they are definitely better than bus bodies or box trucks, no comparison! Hope this info might help someone, I've followed and been a subscriber from the beginning of your adventure so stay safe out there and enjoy your travels!!

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent information thank you for sharing that. You're much more knowledgeable than me from your experience so I appreciate you being around!!! Thank you!!!

@LuckyChow 3 жыл бұрын

How about the medium duty ones, like on the Freightliner chassis? Is the headroom higher on those?

@greendeane1 3 жыл бұрын

Do you mean 5.9L or are you rounding up to 6.0L?

@vagabonddeesadventures8491 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the great additional information.

@sa78247 3 жыл бұрын

@@greendeane1 Specifically the 6.0 Ford diesel is the problematic one.

@Alan62651 3 жыл бұрын

Forest Service retired ambos often have both 4WD and a 14' bed instead of 12'. Sometimes they use deisel truck chassis as well (Peterbilt or International).

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Good tip thanks Alan!

@TheNorthwoodsFamily 2 жыл бұрын

Any tips on finding retired forest service ambos?

@hansdomke89 3 жыл бұрын

The thing that causes the most wear on an engine is how many running cycles it goes through. Basically, the more you heat up the engine and cool it down. The heat expanding and contracting the metal is what causes the most common wear. Also, I have a class 2 with the 7.3 IDI. And despite it being less powerful, it is more reliable than the powerstroke. That's not up for debate, it's been proven.

@jerrymckibben9238 3 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to add a little more information about ambulances, You mentioned the three classes of ambulances. These are usually referred to as "types" instead of classes. The Boxes (Types 1 and 3) are usually referred to as modules or modular. One advantage of a modular is that the modular can be remounted to a newer chassis if the chassis is worn out or damaged in a collision. The variety of outside cabinets is often dependent on the primary function and operator of the vehicle. An EMT ambulance that does more interfacility transfers will typically be smaller and have less outside cabinets, then a paramedic unit. A fire department paramedic unit will usually have more outside cabinets then a strictly EMS paramedic unit. A Fire Rescue vehicle will be bigger and have more cabinets, these are commonly build on the medium duty chassis like the Kodiak. The reason that many of the modular style ambulances were on Ford Chassis are that Ford in that era was building a heavy duty cutaway van chassis. These were purpose build for vehicles such as motorhomes, campers, box vans and ambulances. Keep up the great videos.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Great info Jerry thank you!!!

@carmenmariacortesmarin2664 3 жыл бұрын

Great information on the types of ambulances. Thank you Jerry McKibben.

@orale_vato 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent info

@birdlady2725 2 жыл бұрын

What year(s) Ford are 'good' vs. Bad years? Where is best type of facility to have maintenance/repairs done when traveling? Specialty needs for Towing if needed? Thank you for all the insight for Ambu's!

@DangOlZane Жыл бұрын

This is info that one would only find if they're very specifically looking for it. That's what communities like these are all about and I appreciate it so much.

@roadkillscjim 3 жыл бұрын

I've lived in RVs a long time, yes the palace on wheels is a sweet ride, but they break and QUICK, Cheap builds that look pretty. So I went looking for the right van to build out the right way and I lucked into a ridiculous truck...a 1987 ambulance for 900 bucks. I drove it 150 miles home and put a stupid amount of money into repairs and the wife absolutely hates my truck "people will stare" ahahaha ....let them envy. The build quality is off the charts and the cool factor is just amazing. There is nothing that comes close.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Great story Jim! I've seen too many class A and C really have problems out here. Not so with an ambulance!!

@forliberty1805 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to find one for $900 that is in decent shape!

@birdlady2725 2 жыл бұрын

Plus, at $900.00 , you could invest $10,000 in New parts, and still be way ahead of the game! Even better if you are a motor head and can do all that yourself, so just parts cost.... Safe and Fun Travels!

@billyg.1212 3 жыл бұрын

When you’re looking at a class three. The better box is called Horton. Horton makes a very good box they use a lot of diamond plate and just look at the latches for the doorhandles made very well.

@pete8018 3 жыл бұрын

I work for an ambulance service in Michigan, and have always thought ambulances were the best option for camping or living. I'm glad I stumbled across this channel.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Pete and thank you for watching and commenting!

@lindabocanegra207 3 жыл бұрын

Hi David and Lefty. I found my 1998 Ford 450 with a 7.3 engine ambulance for 11,500 with 36,000 miles on Ambulance Trader. Great video David👍🏻 Stay safe.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Linda for sharing!! 7.3!!!!!

@nealamesbury1480 Жыл бұрын

Wow- ambulance trader ..who knew ! I knew nothing of ambulances !

@letsgetreal670 3 жыл бұрын

I have bought 2 ambulances with mixed results. First I bought a 2003 Class III with the 7.3 Powerstroke from a small town in Ohio. The mileage was good and the hours were good but I later found out that there was bad hidden rust that caused me several thousand dollars on my drive home. I will never again buy a vehicle of any type that has come from the rust belt. My second Ambulance that I still have is a 2004 F350 4x4 Class I with the 6.0 Powerstroke. What a difference that engine makes. Going from the 7.3 to the 6.0 was like going from a 1970's carbureted 4 cylinder to a Nascar car. Amazing stock power in the 6.0. This ambulance had spent its entire life in Arizona so rust was not an issue whatsoever. The biggest downside to my current ambulance is that the standing height is only 69 1/2 inches. The other one was 72 inches. Typically, the biggest box is 170-171 inches long on the exterior and 72 inches tall on the interior. I have seen very few exceptions to being taller or longer. The most common interior heights are 68, 70 and 72 inches. Sorry for the book. Good video!

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Great info thank you!! I've never driven any diesel but the 7.3 but I'd imagine a newer design is improved. Thank you for watching and commenting!!

@DannyB-cs9vx 2 жыл бұрын

Laws vary by State. Some places like Nevada, (where I live), make it most difficult to change a commercial vehicle to RV use. Insurance can also be a major problem. Before someone buys, they should take the VIN number and see about a policy. Long story version: I wanted to convert a bread truck. I called my insurance to be covered for the trip back from the seller. They said we don't cover commercial vehicles. I called a commercial carrier and they said what is the nature of your business. I said I am an individual. They said we only cover businesses. There is an even longer version if you want to hear it.

@KRich408 2 жыл бұрын

Insurance companies suck today we have USAA they use progressive for RVs they both give a hard time about things like this that they don't understand it's all about what the computer tells them.

@DannyB-cs9vx 2 жыл бұрын

@@KRich408 Even more complicated, as each State regulates insurance companies according to their own rules. So the same insurance company may have different rules in different States because of the State;s regulations there. .

@TheFunkybert 2 жыл бұрын

Try Safeco Insurance. I use them for my shuttle bus conversion that passed as an RV for insurance purposes. I believe it’s worth inquiring with them about an ambulance

@zelda401 2 жыл бұрын

There is probably a difference between commercial vehicles and DECLASSIFIED FOR AMBULANCE PURPOSES THAN THE BREAD TRUCK AS AN EXAMPLE you don't decommission bread trucks Only compare apples to apples and oranges to oranges

@DannyB-cs9vx 2 жыл бұрын

@@zelda401 Nevada does not have a "used to be an ambulance" title. It is either a commercial vehicle or non commercial. If the title says commercial, it would need to be converted to non commercial title. Any electrical work done in the process is required to be preformed by a State licensed auto mechanic. $$$$. Once it has been converted you would likely only be able to get liability insurance through a few insurance companies. In some States like Arizona the process is much easier. Once it has an Arizona non commercial title, one may be able to transfer it into Nevada as non commercial, (maybe). My post and advice is look before you leap. See what your State requires to convert titles and see if anyone will insure you and at what cost.

@laurielewandowski7644 3 жыл бұрын

This year I bought a purple ambulance, originally from mackinac island! 3 days 4000 dollars later I brought her home. I'm a college freshman and Librarian in Wisconsin so this was a big investment in my eyes. Tiny house living is not common where I live. Hopefully once the pandemic settles down I'll get her out on the road :) Safe Travels Everyone!

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Purple!!! WOW! I'd love to see that :)

@laurielewandowski7644 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCampulanceMan my Instagram is laurielewandowski! I posted it on there before:)

@kimberlyvoye6224 3 жыл бұрын

I have 2001 ford e450. Horton box on back. It was used as back up ambulance, so only 62,000 miles..it is huge. Very tall box. I found on craigs list. Asking 6,000. I paid 3,500.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kim - you're selling???

@rollinglivingusa6345 3 жыл бұрын

Nicely done! Ambulances (we joking refer to the plural as ambuli...) are so well built that they make great platforms for builds. The build standards require that the box support the weight of the vehicle, in the event of a rollover, and that the doors must still open...while an RV would come apart in a similar event. And ambuli aren't used as primary run vehicles after they're 15 years old, so they're either sold or moved to back-up status...which means you can find great values in vehicles with lots of life left. Our first conversion (about 6 years ago) was a medium duty ambulance we got from a dealer. That one came with new batteries and a full mechanical clean bill of health, but as we've learned more we've become comfortable with getting them from auction sites directly from the government sellers. Our most recent Type 3 we got for a bit over $3000. BTW, we're up in the Flagstaff area...so let us know if you're ever up this way!

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Hi and thank you for your comment. Its amazing how they're so mysterious at first, and then become just another vehicle after owning them for a while... Great deal on your rig for that price!!

@burttscorner604 3 жыл бұрын

What were the names of the government sellers?

@elizabethcoleman6140 3 жыл бұрын

@@burttscorner604 Ditto, name and pho E number for the AZ dealer?

@marlinda6851 6 ай бұрын

Are you in the conversion business? I'd be interested in talking to you, do you have a way on contacting you?

@vic70ria 3 жыл бұрын

I actually just decided today that ambulance may be my best option.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent!!!

@OfficerSafetyIssues 3 жыл бұрын

I bought mine for 650.00. And I love it. 97 Ford with a new motor. In the middle of making it a home away from home

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent!!

@garyzenhobo668 3 жыл бұрын

That's GREAT! I'm hoping to get mine within the next 5 years

@dingfeldersmurfalot4560 3 жыл бұрын

Jeez I can hardly buy a couch for 650! What shape is yours in???

@OfficerSafetyIssues 3 жыл бұрын

@@dingfeldersmurfalot4560 Lol it’s in great shape. They got rid of it because it had a ghost battery drain. But I found it in the siren lights. Some burnt dc wires

@forliberty1805 2 жыл бұрын

@@OfficerSafetyIssues That's awesome! Great find!

@debjustdeb6803 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH! The amount and quality of information you have shared is priceless!

@ki6uoc 3 жыл бұрын

The 'Powerstroke' 7.3 was *also* produced by Navistar/International. In International applications it was called the T444e. It also appears in some International medium-duty chassis trucks and buses.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Good info - I wasn't aware. Thank you!

@WilliamPurcellHotshotCustom 11 ай бұрын

I have what says 6.0 on vin info but has Navistar. ?

@MN-RV 8 ай бұрын

@@WilliamPurcellHotshotCustom Yes, the 6.0 was also produced by Navistar/International. EGR delete, headstuds, and a good tune will make it every bit as reliable as the 7.3 and capable of more power too.

@kcjd10 3 жыл бұрын

For safety reasons (my own safety), one thing I'm not willing to compromise on is a passthrough. Whatever I end up with has to have one. A couple years ago, I read a review on a particular privately owned, very remote boondock spot that the owner would rent out, and the woman camping said someone was outside her camper that night circling it, messing around, trying doors, etc. She was terrified. She was in a pull behind camper, so she had to wait until she thought the creep was gone before she could exit the camper, run to the truck, then get out of there before he came back. Definitely stuck in my mind. I'd want to be able to just go straight to the driver's seat and leave a dangerous situation. Anyway, this is really great info, and I'm really appreciating the additional info people are giving in the comments. Thank you, and thanks to those commenting with additional info!

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

I believe that a pass through adds a lot to a rig. Space, mobility, convenience.

@cherelann 3 жыл бұрын

Timely info since my biggest fear is the electrical system so I will definitely be searching for one with electrical schematics...tell Lefty he needs to demand more air time.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Cherel! Lefty was snoozing in the sunny cab on that chilly day... I'll tell him his fans missed him :)

@consciouscool5633 3 жыл бұрын

The number of cycles counts more. When the engine is cold and dry your start up makes 80-90% of your total engine wear (dry sump is a different story). Running idle with lubrication, no problem and drive line not being used.

@manolocalifas6488 Жыл бұрын

So idle in of itself does not damage the engine, good to know!

@jw1million1 2 жыл бұрын

Good info for those looking. Nice yours has the walk through for Lefty!

@scottgilsdorf2938 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate your time and effort! You provided a lot of great information, all of it practical / useful!

@tomjourneysadventures7021 Жыл бұрын

That is a lot of great info for those of us looking for a rig. Thank you, great video.

@como5555 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the in-depth video....a lot of great information...

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@carmenmariacortesmarin2664 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you David for the information. It sure makes it easier.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Carmen :)

@cluek9780 3 жыл бұрын

Most modules (box) are built to accommodate a walkthrough, just covered-more for a smaller passthru-=> just open it up, you can make a handthru into a walkthrough, easily.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

I've had folks ask that question- can you make a pass through? Good tip.

@suelizzi1764 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Mr. Campulance....I learned a lot from listening to you and I'm grateful for that. With any luck some day in near future I will find my ambulance and make it our dream RV. Stay safe and be blessed.

@tanyaholmes3213 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the information you are direct to the point with all the important stuff that matters job well done

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tanya :)

@luizdeorsola 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! This is great information, I now can do wider search for my ambulance which I plan to retire on. God bless!

@zoeharris6795 Жыл бұрын

Thank you David for this video! I am thinking about whether or not I want a ambulance and you provided great information to help me in my final decision.

@JamesLIsbell 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Campulance Man. This information is SO valuable!!!

@GREEN.EYED.ALLYCAT 3 жыл бұрын

Wow this was the most informative video I’ve seen. Very well done/put. Thanks 🙏🏼 again

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@alyssanagel1305 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your videos. I've decided to go with an ambulance and I really appreciate all the clear-cut info!

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Alyssa :)

@the_dark_defender Жыл бұрын

This is one helluva useful video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

@jcubed821 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this video, David!!! I am going through the exact same thought processes that you describe. Watching this video was like getting to sit down with you in person and learn from your experience! My girl Pickles the Pug sends greetings to Lefty. 🙂 We hope to see you down the road. 😀

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

So glad it was informative!! We've got to get Lefty and Pickles together :))

@robcreel4257 3 жыл бұрын

Lots of good info on this subject. I'm glad I watched to whole video. Thanks for posting this!

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob and thank you for watching!

@gailjohnson6670 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome info and video. Thank you. Blessings in your days.

@donmoroz5502 3 жыл бұрын

Very good video! You've done a world of service to those looking to get into this lifestyle.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, very appreciated!

@ginuiowa 3 жыл бұрын

I initially saw my rig on eBay, but the seller was asking too much for it. So, I watched it until the eBay auction ended. It wasn’t relisted on eBay the following week as I expected it to be so I did a little research and got the phone number of the selling party (hospital); I called them and over a week’s time I drove across the state to look at it and we negotiated a fair price ($5,000). My rig is a 2010 Chevy G3500 type 3 van cutaway with a 6.6L Duramax. It gets pretty good fuel economy: 18 to 19 mpg, just the rig; towing loaded with a loaded 20’ enclosed trailer depending upon speed, wind, and hills (mountains), I have seen the worst mileage at 11 mpg to reasonable 14 mpg at highway speeds (70-75 mph) in the hills/mountains. Obviously, if I slow down then the mileage is better. I LOVE this rig; now to start building it out 😉

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Good recon!!! You did a great job chasing that down and sounds like you've got an excellent rig!! Thank you for commenting :)

@Erik-pr2rf 3 жыл бұрын

When looking ya should look for mileage under 90,000 , I use to be EMT/ paramedic and we drive the units hard especially when its a city ambulance. Remember to remove all red lights ,lifhtbar ,siren since its illegal to have on when not being used as a emergency vehicles .ya can turn the other lights into exterior just wire them into a switch

@nathanwofford2996 3 жыл бұрын

I never thought about converting an ambulance, but it looks like a great idea.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

A lot of value in them!!

@Cynthia713 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for all the wisdom you impart in all your videos! 🙂👍

@TheCampulanceMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Cynthia:)

@jimmyrants4342 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I learned a lot watching this one. Thanks.

@denisegriffin3948 3 жыл бұрын

I have just started to look for a vehicle and an ambulance really suits all of my requirements. Thank you for all of your good information.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Good choice Denise - thank you for watching!!

@BBear-km7mx 3 жыл бұрын

Most informative and well presented. thank you for your time in sharing. Give Lefty a pet n' a biscuit for helping out.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@tanyapaulson4718 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making a video to help those of us who are thinking about purchasing an ambulance for a over the road home. You seem very knowledgeable. I made notes, lol. I am 5'1" so I may not need a taller roof.

@mikebryant4596 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you for all the information you covered on this video. We are presently trying to figure out what kind of traveling vehicle we want next. Now, we are thinking of an ambulance. Thanks, it’s another way to search out what we want and at a cheaper cost. 👍

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching Mike - you should consider an ambulance. You get a lot of vehicle!

@lindafisher6171 2 жыл бұрын

Dave, great video! A lot of good information. One day I’ll be waking up in my ambulance : )

@pamhutzell8268 Жыл бұрын

Great video , I am just starting to look. Very helpful.

@Flap999 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding video! Looking to be a former brick and mortar homeowner before too long and you have given me lots to consider.👍🏻

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you J!

@courtneywalker8141 Жыл бұрын

awesome review! thank you. this has been very helpful and well done!

@lowes891646 3 жыл бұрын

Very, VERY helpful!!! Great job, Mr. Campulance. I also Liked 👍🏻, and Subscribed!!! Thanks again!!! I think Ambulaces make the most sense for storage, durability and price point. Your video was indeed, VERY helpful.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mark!

@alec4672 2 жыл бұрын

This video was great, tons of lessons you obviously learned the hard way condensed into a helpful video. I'm going a slightly different route then most, my ambulance will be my mobile shop and tow my camper behind. I'd really love to travel the country fixing people's rigs, I love working on RV's

@TheCampulanceMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. That's a great idea you have!

@BluesHand 2 жыл бұрын

That's a killer way to go! It's a big deal how we personalize these rigs. An extension of our inner self, so to speak. I'm a musician and I'm installing a recording studio in my rig. Now expanding solar and adding propane generator to accommodate for the massive draw. Then off to jam with the coyotes. They respond every time I hit a certain lick on the strat. Big fun for me. I intend to capture this and many more sounds of nature and produce an album of man mixing with nature to document these interactions. Well that and my music and hopefully the music of others I meet on the road. Between you and me we have provided folks with two examples of alternative applications for ambuli that many people would have never even considered....

@drkuhn6 3 жыл бұрын

Found ours a couple of months ago on purple wave auction here in midwest. Most city's and depts have to auction their vehicals. At least in my area they do. Ours is a 92 e350 7.3 idi type 3. 65k. Retired ambulance that our local sheriff dept picked up and use as a tactical command vehicle. It's in good shape. We have tons of plans for this spring for it. We truly appreciate your videos David, keep up the good work.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

I hadn't heard of that site, thank you for sharing that. Have FUN on your planning and building and keep me updated on your progress!!

@richbayers6008 3 жыл бұрын

Great info, thx so much for sharing!

@kevinholland4156 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the search engine information. Good video and very informative.

@lisamishou6626 3 жыл бұрын

We just went and looked at some!

@EarthManDanInaVan 2 жыл бұрын

I'm just getting started with my ambulance build! Thanks for all the inspiration!

@TheCampulanceMan 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Have fun with your planning and building :)

@laurajphillips 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You for such in depth information!

@wattsadonnasaurs4810 3 жыл бұрын

David you have such great info !!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Wattsa!!

@BluesHand 2 жыл бұрын

The road to what you seek becomes much shorter when you give of yourself freely and have no expectations of return..............That said, Grief Prevention is priceless. Thanks David!

@vagabonddeesadventures8491 3 жыл бұрын

I am in upstate NY and moved my search grid on FB but it’s cumbersome. Thanks for the other search options. In the past six months I am seeing the prices go up and now with Bob Wells buying one it probably will continue. But I will keep looking until I find what I want. Thanks for all the great info in this episode. Love to Lefty 🥰

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Keep your search going and the right one will show up! I'm still seeing and hearing of good priced rigs so I know they're out there. Thank you Dee for your comment :)

@paulhunter546 3 жыл бұрын

Great video David..learned a few things I didn't before 😁👍

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul!

@visitor5009 Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for the info. I know this video is a year old, but still I'm very thankful for the tips. Clear, honest, to the point. I just started looking into this world of living in a vehicle and the ambulance idea and hope to make a serious move in the mid/long term. God bless!

@TheCampulanceMan Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Very appreciated :)

@zelda401 2 жыл бұрын

WOW great info and extremely helpful.THANK YOU

@josephbrinkley7572 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great information. Florida Joe. Still shopping. Great advice.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks FJ! Update me on your decision...

@carmenmarcinkiewicz7149 Жыл бұрын

I'm totally obsessed with your channel!!

@thomasdibartelo1232 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you that was very informative now I know all about ambulances

@FeralCatSanctuary 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. I have been researching like crazy but never thought about an ambulance But it makes sense to me that they are built way better than any RV. I am going to start looking. Wish I wasn't in such a hurry to be out of my house so I could do this slowly but....thanks ever so much for this video and all of your tips on what to look out for. I may need some advice as I go forward.

@TheCampulanceMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@flyingcat2054 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the boot camp. I am interested in the ambulance for my next boondocking vehicle but now see I had very little knowledge of them, this vid helps lower my learning curve😊

@TheCampulanceMan 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@talea5604 3 жыл бұрын

I had to watch this a second time because I’m actually going to go look at an ambulance tomorrow! I’m so excited and nervous!

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!! Did you see my more recent video on how to inspect a used ambulance?

@GrandmaAdameLife 2 ай бұрын

Very informative video! Thank you!

@michaeltichonuk2176 2 жыл бұрын

Well done! I learned TONS!!

@drew8642 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video I was checking out government auctions and wanting to find a well maintained diesel powered vehicle.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Drew!

@jeromebalmer4404 3 жыл бұрын

I found my medium duty ambulance on truck trader. It had 12000 miles on it garage kept at an oil refinery for $18500. The truck cab alone was worth $24000. Granted an fl60 was hard to get registered as a camper but the paperwork issues were worth it. I like the larger ones because I (I'm 5ft 9 in) am able to fully stand inside. Most of the best priced for the conditions I see are in Texas, New Jersey, and Florida

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

It was barely broken in! That's a Freightliner?

@jeromebalmer4404 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheCampulanceMan sure is 1996 freightliner fl60 its a little big for daily driver activities and I really have to plan out my trips due to height and weight. But once its set up its nicer than places I have lived at in the past. Like a studio apartment on wheels

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

I recently met a FL ambulance owner and I got to crawl all over his. Wow was I jealous!

@ismailkimani7553 2 жыл бұрын

Priceless information Bro. Thanks 👍

@manyahope52 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative. Thank you!

@sylviabeam9343 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this information I am wanting an ambulance to convert and this helped so much

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sylvia :)

@newjerseycannabisculture6326 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for all that you do!

@edmondenterprisesgrouphold3782 3 жыл бұрын

Wow you provided a lot of information. Thanks

@jameshess4023 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. Amstii considering an ambulance. Watch your videos always.

@patlsmith404 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!😎

@michelebegor4191 7 ай бұрын

Great thanks. I'm wanting to go full time in south central Alaska and really like ambulances and/or box trucks.

@SJVA 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Great video. Thank you!! 👍🏻

@davewelbylivinginhistinyti4796 2 жыл бұрын

I saw your channel for the first time today, and watched three of your videos. Very interesting information given. 👍

@TheCampulanceMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@glenndavis4452 3 жыл бұрын

Been looking for something to do some work on. Thanks for the ideas.

@leahcartterrab8964 3 жыл бұрын

I'm looking to hire someone around November 2021 to work on my (not-yet-purchased) ambo. Anyone interested?

@accentedreality 3 жыл бұрын

Almost didn't watch because of length, but enjoyed every minute!

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@blackdougsbrew2125 3 жыл бұрын

Phillipines is watching thank you for the idea.

@TheCampulanceMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@michaelhatzinikolis8351 6 ай бұрын

Great video brother! I actually have a old ambulance top quality rig I actually work on surgical instruments it's awesome! Dully 7.3.. it's a monster! Pays me 900 or more a day for service! I don't live in it small rig but I can sleep in mine shore power only! Thanks brother