#vanlife #ambulanceconversion #boondocking
The ambulance sold in November. Thank you for all the interest.
This rig was designed and built to be a true off grid, full time living, 4 season, boondocking tiny house. Complete with all the comforts of home including, heat pump cooling and radiant floor heating.
The rear box of this rig originally served as an ambulance. I chose to build my home in an ambulance because of the extremely high build quality and toughness of an emergency service vehicle. The read box is made of welded 2x2” square aluminum tubing covered in seamless 1/8” aluminum sheeting. This makes the rear box extremely rigid and safe, in fact an ambulance box is one of the few rear cabs rated for human occupants to survive a rollover in the event of a crash.
Power system
Thanks to the high power density of the Tesla battery modules and the 1340 watts of high efficiency solar, the electrical system will run the mini split heat pump all day in the sun and still charge the batteries! You will be cool even in the hottest weather. You can cook with the induction cook top, use the microwave, charge laptops or play games, electrically make hot water and live a very comfortable life with little compromises.
4 Solar Panels 1340 Watts total (high efficiency)
2 Tesla Battery Modules at 24v 500Ah 10.4kWh total capacity
Victron BlueSolar MPPT 150v/ 60 amp Solar charge controller
Victron MultiuPlus 24v 3000w Pure sign inverter
Daygreen 100A 24v to 13.8v DC to DC Step Down converter
Victron Smart Battery Protect 12/24v Smart Shunt
Victron Color Control GX monitoring panel and controller
Victron Smart Battery Monitor
Victron GPS module with geofencing
Victron Battery Temperature probe
Victron Bluetooth Connect module
Water
55 Gallon Fresh water tank located under kitchen cabinet to prevent freezing
6 gallon Hot water heater. You Make hot water with Diesel or electric power
FloJet 12v Water Pump
SeaFlo pressure Accumulator Tank
Pex plumbing throughout build
3 Stage Drinking water filter
22 Gallon Gray water storage tank
Stainless Kitchen sink with drinking water spout
Shower Thermostatic mixing valve for perfect shower temperature
Efficient low flow high pressure hand held shower head
Stainless Steel Shower tub (2ftx2ft) with 4 drains
Natures Head Composting Toilet vented outside so no odors
Outside Water hookup for city water sources
Warmth and Cooling
I built this rig for sub zero winters and I lived in this rig during the polar vortex where I experienced -34 f wind chills. The diesel air and hydronic heaters kept me and the floor of mat rig warm and comfortable with my only chore of filling the diesel tank every 4 days or so.
In the summer I run the mini-split heat pump off my solar /batteries and chill out in the cool.
True 4 season, well insulated build for full time living
2” polystyrene insulation in floors
2” Rockwool fire resistant insulation in walls and ceiling
Dual pane insulated Rv Windows
12v Fan-Tastic Ventilation fan
Hydronic radiant floor heat system with thermostat and forced air (diesel powered)
Mini Split Heat pump (9000 BTU) for cooling and heating backup Runs off Tesla lithium Iron Batteries
Dickinson Newport Stainless Diesel Heater with stainless water loop (reliably heats cab and makes hot water)
6 gallon stand alone Diesel fuel tank for water and air heaters (prevents your main drive tank from running dry)
Other Interior Design features
Cabinet grade solid Oak Ply Construction
1.5 inch solid butcher block kitchen counter top
Led under cabinet lighting
Lighting in Pantry and Closet storage
Dual Led task / reading lights with USB charging ports
Dimmable main Led room lights
Separate Shower / bathroom lights
Solid Core / water proof solid flooring
Translucent, sliding cabinet doors with aluminum hardware
Real stone slate back splash and accent wall
Booth seating for up to 5 people
Solid bronze sculpted hands coat hooks arranged in convenient locations
Storage
Spacious cabinets over Kitchen counter top
Pot and pan storage under kitchen counter
Large cabinet space/wardrobe over boot/ sleeping area
Lots of linen and bulky storage under seating
Chassis specs
1990 Ford E350 1 ton 2WD
Limited slip Rear differential
Approximately 82,000 miles showing
7.3 international Idi Diesel engine
high output LED headlights
led rear brake lights and turn signals
Trailer brake and hookup
Brand new Hankook All terrain tires all around including spare
Bluetooth air ride suspension for load leveling and ground clearance.
Upgraded radio and cab speakers
New aftermarket front grille
Super tough Durabak 18 Bed-liner paint on the exterior surfaces
Recent service:
New belts hoses, fuel filter, oil and filter changed, coolant flush, air filter change
Rebuilt rear brakes and emergency brake cables
Two New Cranking Batteries
Checked rear differential fluid
Replaced rear axle seals
10 окт 2022
