Really well done, thank you!!

good work

I’ve spent 3 years toting every tool and tester I own from home, to my car, to my work vehicle, back to my car and back home. It’s annoying, especially on days I need a ladder. I’m hunting a Transit.

The problem with poly-iso is that its insulative properties DECREASE as the temperature drops - the opposite of what you want it to do. XPS is a better floor insulator for most of us.

Thank you. I am in the research phase. New to the class B game. Very helpful tips.

Just picked up a 2020 Mid height AWD. This will be my 12th (13th?) van since 1973. I plan on putting my bed on a DIAGONAL to gain length. I will have a triangular "mud room" behind the rear passenger side door that I can get into or out of my van. I will probably do an expandable base on the bed frame for wider width. The front cabin section will be kinda trapezoidal shape. A monitor will probably fit in either corner for when I'm lying in bed. ALL of this will be MODULAR, just in case I need to carry a fridge, or a motorcycle home!

Size Inside for Convertion

How come there is a gap of aluminum on the sliding door foot step

Will adhesive bond long term if I painted the floor in a rust preventative?

Good job. I think I'd install a cut-off switch on that mobile data link to prevent it using the battery when I don't need it.

is your van a dually?

we share the same disappointment with especially awning bunk driver side window that has been leaking at the top hinge - flare space send us replacement and the replacement window has same issue ….. does anyone has also these issues. Our driver side slider bundle window seems to be fine.😢😢😢 We have CRL window in the kitchen and I agree so much better quality 👍

Wow, have to get it painted to color match ! Why does no one mention that.

If you dont mind what was your credit to be financed that low? Thank you!!

I would go with the Transit for affordability but I would definitely go with the Sprinter (diesel) for longevity.

I'm an absolute Ford fan, but I don't agree with you on diesels! Sorry about that.

I just want to know how anyone can afford these vehicles! It's beyond Absurd what they go for! Sure puts me out of probably ever owning one!

I had so much problems with Mercedes sprinter van, also the maintenance. I was in the shop every other week. Horrible. I bought a Ford Transit 250, Over 160 000 miles no problem. Stay away from Mercedes sprinter. Thank you.

A big deal buster for me is the rear wheel drive on the Ford, been there done that. No traction in the snow compared to the front wheel drive Ram...

Doesn't seem worth it to me for 3 1/2 inches 😕

Why did you have to paint the wood? For moisture protection?

Could you have saved $ by using less expensive plywood grade?

Certain 2023-2024 Ford Transit and Transit Trail vans (in the US approximately 76,015 vehicles) have been recalled due to the factory failing to fill the rear differential with the proper amount of fluid, causing premature bearing failure. This could result in rear wheel lockup or driveshaft separation that could cause loss of vehicle control or loss of power, which could result in a crash.

Until I bought my Sprinter, my Dad's 1963 Rambler was the worst car anyone in my family had ever owned. It (the Sprinter) spent more time on a flatbed tow truck than on the road. Three EGR valves, a nasty vibration under acceleration (that started after the warranty expired) that led to a new shift module, new drive shafts ($2500 at the time) and ultimately a new torque converter. A sticky caliper made frequent pad/rotor changes necessary. The cherry on top was a crappy Chrysler service tech that broke the threads on a glow plug. Cost me $4K to have the head removed, the hole welded up and re-threaded and when the crappy tech (different than the one who stripped the threads) installed the head, he laid the wire to the injector pump on the block and it melted. That took another trip across the state (to what I thought was a decent tech) to replace the pump. He wanted to charge me 6 hours of labor to repair it and then I produced the bill from a previous repair showing that he re-routed the wire leading to it melting. Final insult was getting a recall letter from Mercedes offering to replace the head (aluminum head with a steel glow plug, genius!) due to corrosion. I asked for some help on the $4K I spent repairing my head and Mercedes ignored me. They are truly a horrible company to deal with. My next vehicle was a Ford E350 with a 6.0 Powerstroke. It was retired with 390,000 miles on the odometer.

Just sole me on the ford....confirmed all my hunches

Good job, thanks for the inspiration

Thank you! Currently planning my Transt build and you've had a big impact! Particularly the single center subfloor sheet, rather than joining 2 halves with a center seam... makes so much sense. Gracias amigo!

Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder. I went with 2024 RAM: front-wheel drive thus drives well full or empty, dealers everywhere, great gas mileage for a van, 9-speed trans, smallest turn radius, rear stocks don't hang low, price is great and more.

The Dodge Promaster have the widest interior. it also ha a super high roof version in 2024.They also use a tried and true V6 normally aspirated motor. Same motor that is used in the Jeeps for over a decade. Front wheel drive,meaning less to go wrong, no drive shaft. They are not the longest 13 4 inches feet long floor interior in the 159 inch wheel base extendend version. Overall the Promaster will cost less in long term maintenance. But the Ford has its pluses as well.But I would go for the ProMaster Van. Amazon uses them and they put alot of wear and tear and milage on them. just satying

Your videos rock buddy. Top class ....

You didn’t put a sound or cushion layer down before the aluminum and wondered why?

Hello. I'm from Europe and I have a diesel passenger car. I only had one problem with a diesel engine when I forgot to add winter fuel. It is believed that if you fall asleep with the diesel engine running, you will not suffocate from carbon monoxide. For example, in Russia many diesel cars are used in the Arctic Circle. There are a lot of Mercedes Sprinters in Europe. The car is considered very reliable, but it costs more than its competitors and the service is also expensive. For caravans in Europe, a lot of people use the Fiat Ducato, which is the European version of the Ram Promaster. Otherwise I agree with your choice.

cool workmanship

Hey! Are you makin' fun of us smoosh faces!? Haha, thanks for sharing your thoughts... I'm of the same opinion regarding these vehicles.

thanks for doing this. i was just about to buy some flares from Flarespace, but not now. btw, for those that have a Sprinter van, a company called Vanspeed offers an alternative that is apparently a much much better product than what Flarespace offers.

Awesome information. I changed my mind.. Im going for the Transit instead of Sprinter

Never wanted a Sprinter. To much $$$ and if very costly for maintenance once you can find a certified Teck to work on. Then you have to wate to long to get and Appointment at the dealer! And then they want to have it in the shop for a few days. And then you let hanging!!!

Yes I would get the Ford Van as well. And that's good Information. About swapping out the Drive Train for a 4×4 from like a F250 or Fw350

i personally think the transit is the best option

you missed one of the most important items, driving and driving position

Funny stuff. Thanks

Thanks for the review. I'm just starting to explore these three van options and have always been drawn to the look and style of the Mercedes especially the 4x4 and higher 4" lift option. But even after just a few videos between the 3 options Ford is looking like a solid compromise or a better choice depending on your overall needs. Now I know why some good friends of ours also went with the Ford for their van conversion versus the Mercedes. The Ram is not even an option with no factory or aftermarket 4x4 or AWD option. Servicing and availability as you well point out is also a major concern with the Mercedes, especially if you are inclined to hit the backwoods or get far away from major service centers as you showed. Ford and Ram are homegrown American so it only makes sense service centers and technicians would be much more widely available. Ford does have a reputation and I've owned many in the course of my life and never been disappointed in the quality or reliability. Thanks again.

Really fun to watch u & dad interact, so cute😊

Thanks for the info on buying t-slot in UTAH and saving money over 80/20.

where the van sitting at

Ram promaster is the best

I have a ford transit 150 for my business and am buying a second one today. They drive great and yes, repairs on it are easy and quick to do. I’ve tried different vans but for me the cabin space and design of the Ford transit is the best.

I ve started watching your videos before my van conversion. I’m wondering what your total conversion cost?

Is there 3 seater for Transit?

Don’t buy these vehicles it will ruin your life