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Choosing A Van To Convert | Promaster vs Sprinter vs Transit | What Van To Buy? | Van Life 

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Choosing a van to convert was not an easy choice for us. We first compared all vehicles we could possibly use and then narrowed it down from there one by one. Until we knew it would be a van. Then it was which van? Sprinter vs Transit vs Promaster???
We started with what we thought we needed inside first - then outside - then what size van all of that would fit in.
Everyone is different and has different needs. Our top wants were:
- Shower, Toilet
- Stove, Fridge, Sink
- Bed converted to bench seating with table
- Roof rack for platform and storage
- A few more listed in video
Then from there - the main things that filtered our decision down were:
- budget
- financing,
- size
What sold us on the van we chose was it was the right size, inside and out, and had the drive train we could afford and worked well in snow. Checkout the video to see what we selected for us.
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Here are some of the helpful links we used:
Promaster annual repair est: repairpal.com/ram/promaster-2500
Transit annual repair est: repairpal.com/ford/transit-250
Mercedes annual repair est: repairpal.com/mercedes-benz/s...
Great van comparison blog: faroutride.com/van-selection/
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro - About Vans
0:48 Van Considerations
3:16 Choosing Which Van
12:23 The Van We Choose
13:39 Outro
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@DanmarLOK
@DanmarLOK 2 года назад
Great information and points to consider.
@jjackmanster
@jjackmanster 2 года назад
You certainly did a fine job of showing the complexity of choosing. I was surprised that you made no reference to the engines. The Promaster engine has been refined over 11 years of production and 11 MILLION engines. The 62te transmission of the Promaster got a bad rap. Mine was slipping at 122 thousand miles but it's 2014. I suspect there have been improvements since then. MY PM has 140 thousand miles on it and runs like the well oiled machine that it is. I think you made the best choice. Enjoy it like we do ours.
@JRNYFWD
@JRNYFWD 2 года назад
Thank you, Jerry! We are really happy with our decision thus far. Feels good to hear that yours has served you so well. Safe travels!
@matthewbarstow3009
@matthewbarstow3009 2 года назад
Starfish sleeping is something I am familiar with I feel your pain…
@breakthru.business
@breakthru.business 2 года назад
Hahahaha 💫
@Sandra-Armstrong
@Sandra-Armstrong 2 года назад
Your process sounds very familiar!!! 😅 We're leaning on the Transit, but looking at the AWD Ecoboost option. Haven't decided a hundred percent on it, so it's great to see other people's processes and choices. Would love to see more of your progress too!!! 🙋🏽‍♀️
@JRNYFWD
@JRNYFWD 2 года назад
The AWD was something we really wanted to look into. And 4WD Sprinter of course 😅. Just wasn't readily available when we bought.
@JimmyVarado
@JimmyVarado 2 года назад
Great info! Thanks! I'm a retired Soldier getting ready to start the van life...you just helped me pick a van!!
@JRNYFWD
@JRNYFWD 2 года назад
Awesome, James!! Glad we could help. Would love to hear about your van build updates 🚐
@pattysylvanbutterfly433
@pattysylvanbutterfly433 2 года назад
Wow, so many factors to consider. You both really put a lot of thought into things. Can’t wait to see how your vehicle turns into your “home sweet home”.
@JRNYFWD
@JRNYFWD 2 года назад
Thanks, Patty! It’s gonna be quite the transformation-for us AND the van 🚐
@Scrambler85
@Scrambler85 2 года назад
I went with a 2021 Ford E350 cutaway van with a 14'5" box and it has a 84" interior height and 79" interior width. A 12,500 lb towing capacity. The 7.3 gas motor with a 5star tuning package is good for around 450hp and 470 pounds of torque. It's a great platform for a van conversion.
@JRNYFWD
@JRNYFWD 2 года назад
Nice work and thanks for the overview. Excellent points. You should post a video on your channel. Would love to see it!
@JRNYFWD
@JRNYFWD 2 года назад
Hopefully you find our video helpful. Different vans offer something for everyone. What van did you pick and why? Thanks for watching and subscribe for New Episodes coming! bit.ly/jrnyfwd
@mikediamondcoxon6556
@mikediamondcoxon6556 2 года назад
Fit two electric caravan movers to rear axel on fwd van ..promaster .... emergency AWD. Mike. Scotland
@JRNYFWD
@JRNYFWD 2 года назад
Love it! 💥
@effie2206
@effie2206 2 года назад
Not a bad choice but I'm a bit puzzled, the Transit all wheel drive is a very popular option and from my research seems to do better than the Promaster in challenging road conditions.
@JRNYFWD
@JRNYFWD 2 года назад
You're right! AWD and 4WD were some first considerations actually. But 2 things got in the way 1) Availability was limited when we were looking, there was chip shortage and short supply and 2) Price, all vehicles are pricier now and the Sprinter was out range of what we wanted to spend. Transits just not readily available and a little higher priced. But AWD is great choice.
@southhillfarm2795
@southhillfarm2795 2 года назад
Really good video, but can you do me a favour and get your wife to button up? It’s hard to concentrate on the content of what your both saying.
@JRNYFWD
@JRNYFWD 2 года назад
Hahaha... umm no :)
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