Rogue Van Company

Пікірлер

@CoreQ 13 күн бұрын

pretty good for 75k. if this van is selling for less than 150k it will be ok competitive compare to basic Chinese brand kit.

@RyanNotBrian13 17 күн бұрын

Is the Fox den still for sale?

@roguevancompany 17 күн бұрын

@@RyanNotBrian13 it is! We’re helping our customer sell it

@docimma 28 күн бұрын

This is not an e-sprinter correct?

@roguevancompany 28 күн бұрын

It is not. We have e sprinters in stock right now, however and could adapt this for an e sprinter. More videos of our e-sprinter build will post soon.

@docimma 28 күн бұрын

@@roguevancompany ordering my van soon. Need to know if I can put shower behind cab? Or shower in rear?

@roguevancompany 28 күн бұрын

@@docimma I need more information to be able to help you. Feel free to shoot us an email. [email protected]

@docimma 28 күн бұрын

What are the plumbing restrictions?

@leroybishop2245 2 ай бұрын

We’ve placed our order and are looking forward to getting our boards loaded and to the beach. We have been so happy with RVC. I don’t think we are the typical MB Sprinter buyers. We own a 2015 Sprinter and RVC treats us like we rolled in with a brand new 100K van for a full up-fit. Customers for life.

@cmacblue42 2 ай бұрын

Damn you speak French bro?

@davidrosen4951 2 ай бұрын

Here's why I think that the eSprinter is viable as a camper... First off... I drove my Chevy Bolt EV from California to Brazil without a problem. The Bolt displays realtime kW which I used to help me learn how to maximize range. I just kept my eye on the kW being used to see what ate battery the most. I typically got 25% more range than the stated 259 miles. This meant about 325 miles. The tricks are: 1. Keep the speed down. There's a BIG range difference between 65 mph and 55 mph. On less traveled roads 50 mph is fine which is even better for range. 2. Maximize regenerative braking to slow down so as to not throw away ANY energy with unnecessary braking. 3. Ease up on the accelerator on uphills. Makes a big difference. 4. Maximize regen on downhill. 5. If uphill is about balanced by downhill, then terrain doesn't have much impact on range. If we say that the EPA range for the eSprinter would be around 250 miles, I would expect to get over 300 miles using these strategies. This will be reduced by 25% due the weight of the build. This would mean about 225 miles of range. For people who are in a hurry this might not work. But for people wanting to travel in a relaxed way and enjoy the view it would be just fine. I could make it to the end of the Pan American highway in Patagonia on this. As for charging where there ar eno level 3 chargers... Level 2 charging at a campground might realistically be about 7kW which is about 13.5 miles added per hour for the eSpinter. In 15 hours overnight (typical for my drive to Brazil) you've added 200 miles which is a full battery unless you started with an empty or nearly empty battery (NEVER a good idea). I'm very interested in your strategies for minimizing weight for the build. I'd be glad to share what I've come up with so far on this.

@davidrosen4951 2 ай бұрын

I've been looking at a eSprinter build for a while now. So I'm excited to see what you come up with. I'm especially interested in using the high voltage battery for the house electric system. From looking at the Mercedes manual it looks like this will involve tapping into the 12V vehicle battery with a possible additional 12V battery installed between the vehicle 12V and the house battery system. I don't think there's a camp mode on these vehicles so there's a need for a strategy to keep the high voltage system on through the night. A tech at Mercedes said that there will likely be a work-around for this. I'm looking forward to what you come up with for this. I'm also wondering what you think about payload. I've set up a spreadsheet showing materials and equipment for the build with weights and it adds up to pretty close to the payload even though I'm working on keep the weight down as much as possible. Maybe increase payload with a suspension upgrade? Looking forward to your upcoming videos!

@ireloaded9 2 ай бұрын

🔥 🔥 🔥

@stevescott3657 2 ай бұрын

I can’t wait to see where this goes! What shows will you be at?

@gordon3988 3 ай бұрын

Seemed ok, but suspect with any significant load range would be about half…that’s what I have seen with pickups, but maybe a van different. Add a lot of stuff and see…if I recall correctly the camper-van prototype from Winnebago gets around 100miles, but a different chassis? Great first test,,,second one add some weight!

@davidrosen4951 2 ай бұрын

I thought that there was a test with a Ford Lightening that showed about 25% loss of range when loaded.

@leroybishop2245 3 ай бұрын

We’ve been to your shop several times coordinating with Nick. Always impressed by the entire team and the amazing builds that are in progress.

@dylantaylor8931 3 ай бұрын

Seems like such a well thought out and energy efficient build. Great stuff guys

@dylantaylor8931 3 ай бұрын

I think this would’ve been better in aLexus..

@roguevancompany 3 ай бұрын

An Alexis was in this van during filming. Does that count?

@Lemon_Drums_USA 3 ай бұрын

This is super dope. It’s all about perspective. I had a 2014 Nissan leaf that only got 50 miles a charge. It was old technology with a 150’000 miles on it. But I kept an extension cord, and would charge anywhere that had a outlet. Even hotels haha. I’m an urban Van Lifer, so stealth camping around San Diego where’s there’s charging stations and outlets everywhere. This Van / camper build is my dream. I would keep it super minimal and lightweight like the old VW Vanagon builds. Just my two cents

@roguevancompany 3 ай бұрын

Awesome! My thoughts are similar to your re the build. We will constructing something very minimal and light weight for sure. Thanks for tuning in and commenting

@davidrosen4951 Ай бұрын

I'd love to find out more about what you're thinking, What I've come up with so far, using the lightest weight materials I can think of, is over 2000 pounds, including water, people, belongings. But its not so minimal. It includes kitchen, cabinets, indoor shower, toilet, table. What are you picturing?

@Blztrls 3 ай бұрын

Too bad the range is so low, and it would be even worse with a built out van with roof rack. It’s definitely not suitable as a camper van which is a shame.

@roguevancompany 3 ай бұрын

It will definitely be interesting to see what kind of changes we can make with passive solar charging etc to enhance rather than hinder the EV system. For some folks 200 is enough, for others it would seriously hinder their lifestyle. If you, for instance, wanted to van to take surfing to the beach a few days a week I think this has serious potential.

@Blztrls 3 ай бұрын

@@roguevancompany I suppose if you only went to campsites with plugin connections it might work. But serious van lifers like me who go boondocking in remote areas would have a serious problem with this range. I doubt solar panels would help since I can’t even keep my house batteries fully charged on solar alone since I use induction cooking & electric water heating. Maybe someone might come up with an extended range battery pack.

@davidrosen4951 2 ай бұрын

@@Blztrls It does require some planning but if you fulling charge before you head into a remote area you'd have a hundred miles out and a hundred miles back. Also you can charge using 220V or 110V with the appropriate adapters so even in remote areas you can charge from whatever outlet you encounter. I drove my EV from California to Brazil, not relying much on public chargers beyond Costa Rica. But I wasn't boondocking. Boondocking if you need to rely on solar you can consider getting a max roof array plus a ground array. You may be able to get up to 1.5 to 2kw. This will add some miles if you're staying somewhere a while. Also keep in mind that you can draw power from the high voltage van battery to cook and heat water.

@davidrosen4951 Ай бұрын

@@roguevancompany I'm planning to try to do a range test with the eSprinter in the next few weeks. I've done a lot of hypermiling in my Chevy Bolt and I want to see what I can get from the eSprinter when it's not carrying weight. Then I'd like to a weighted range test.

@zacktoomer549 4 ай бұрын

Can you guys do a walk through of the Fox Den van

@roguevancompany 4 ай бұрын

Good idea. I think we will

@d1lilkeaomundo384 4 ай бұрын

🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

@Kanaka14369 4 ай бұрын

Congratulations. I'm so excited for you guys. I'll be anxiously awaiting the reveal. I have no doubt it'll be amazing.

@user-hridoyda 5 ай бұрын

nice one

@customshowerbases 5 ай бұрын

We were thrilled to discover our Custom Shower Base featured in your custom van project video! Seeing how our product contributed to such an innovative and beautifully executed project is incredibly rewarding. It’s always exciting to see where our custom solutions end up and the amazing transformations they're a part of. Congratulations on a fantastic project, and we hope to have the opportunity to be a part of your future endeavors!

@matthernandez5093 5 ай бұрын

you can buy a Earth romer for the price of this. van

@Haoleguy808 6 ай бұрын

Cheee, wish I could be there. It’s a dream of mines

@nickh8370 6 ай бұрын

...Just around the corner! 🤘😁🤘

@KapKen 6 ай бұрын

Very nice... It better drive itself for $750k price tag. But, great work over all. Let's get it priced below $200k. And the school bus yellow is horrible

@intothelight2774 6 ай бұрын

❤

@carvesnow 7 ай бұрын

What was done for the regearing? What are you running for ring and pinion? 37 vs 30 inch tire yields a 23.3% reduction in gear ratio. Or are you just lugging the motor? What are your EGTs running with the engine lugging under load? What has happened to gas mileage under load? For example, hilly roads and highway?

@nickh8370 7 ай бұрын

Impressive

@kamikazekunze 7 ай бұрын

The best upgrade we ever made to our Sprinter on 35’s was to throw away the VC rear packs and have a custom set made by ALCAN. 😊

@roguevancompany 7 ай бұрын

Alcan makes a great product; if we were closer I think we would be a customer for them. I’m a big fan of the new VC Opti-Rates; if you’re comparing a solid leaf pack upgrade to their add a leaf stuff, theres no comparison to be made, they’re going to be better. I like the new opti-rate leaf packs because of their adjustability and versatility, also now that the van is fully built It’s nice to have leafs that can really handle the weight of this massive van. Cheers and thanks for commenting

@phillipu8609 7 ай бұрын

Promo-SM

@sevevl 7 ай бұрын

you must be kidding with that 700 thousand price right? or the one who buys this rig gonna finance the whole family members of the company 🤔🤔🤔

@akamilesonwheels3515 7 ай бұрын

Can You Guys Upload a build series video for the electrical system and for the water system

@roguevancompany 7 ай бұрын

We’ll do some more in depth stuff soon for sure!

@roblippe4245 8 ай бұрын

RDC - need your stuff on my van Sherman!

@teamultimateexposurewillia7310 8 ай бұрын

Great van build

@roguevancompany 8 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@mauraece 8 ай бұрын

Putting the condenser under the van? Not a good idea. A better spot would be the top of the rear door above those storage lockers.

@DavidGawlowski 8 ай бұрын

love the build! can you talk about the wind turbine? Do you leave it up while driving out have to take it down? Can the Victron handle this input power at the same time as the alternator power when you're driving?

@roguevancompany 8 ай бұрын

Hey David! The turbine is really our take on creative energy generation, it’s still in its proto-type phase and has a quick disconnect from the base which stays mounted on the roof so the turbine can be stored while the vehicle is in motion. Future iterations will have a cradle and a collapsible boom to maximize wind and Also more convenient stowage while in motion. Both the aux alternator and the wind turbine generator have Their own voltage sensing controllers and regulators; they all play nicely together so far.

@DavidGawlowski 8 ай бұрын

@@roguevancompany super cool, if you want a beta tester sign me up! I'll be running my van on an Eaton easyE4 with plenty of I/O capacity to help with data logging...

@berniedmj1 9 ай бұрын

Have you guys ever thought about rear steering on the 170EXT? It doesn’t have to be the same degree like the front, but imagine taking it out in the backcountry roads navigating the rear through the rutted trails. Cams to see your rear tires would be nice.

@berniedmj1 9 ай бұрын

On 37’s?!? Nice!!! Just wondering. 37’s on a dually sprinter van?

@TF-of5lg 9 ай бұрын

Pls edit & dub in sound narrative

@craigchiddo2794 9 ай бұрын

Doesn't look like it did such a great job fixing your spine

@originaltasmanian5321 9 ай бұрын

How bad was it beforehand?

@johneppstv 9 ай бұрын

yea titanium can alow bone to grow to it. its pretty wild and my skull is very thankful.

@robertokeefe9815 9 ай бұрын

No sound?

@JaimetheNomad 9 ай бұрын

Oh 28kwh? That’s it? Lame. 😂😂😂 Man that’s awesome, here I am deciding between ~10-15kwh on my 24v setup