
Retro Van Build


On June 19, 2021, I purchased a 1995 Dodge B3500 Camper Van with lots of love and little rust.

First, I amused my friends with the idea, then began dismantling enough blue shag and particle board to make a ’70s swinger blush.
Design goals:
Easy to clean
Maximize cooking Area
A place to lounge and sleep
minimal hardware and Open Storage
The tear down.
Re-assembly.
Optimization, design, and construction.
-refrigerator -air conditioner -propane Heater -water tank with level visibility -water pump -water fill & overflow shut-off -2 lead acid Batteries -Power inverter -Open storage -Closed storage -large counter space -Utensils drawer
-hidden stove -Sink and faucet -water pump switch -water heater and switch -exterior light switch -Thermostat -Power inverter -open storage
Sliding multi-position couch into a bed with open storage.
Open clothing storage.
Magnetic insulated window covers.
Finished interior prior to testing.
Upgrades after testing.
interior snowboard and ski rack
2000w pure sign wave inverter
two SOK 100ah LifePO4 Batteries
memory foam mattress and custom cover
Hidden storage compartment
emergency toilet
Exterior ladder
outdoor shower