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Originally Posted by s_t
.......... The 4x4 mercedes sprinter van is probably the closest. So I did a fair bit of looking at various concepts, and developed a preferred one.
But first, to skip to the conclusion, I've put this project on hold for 3-5 years. Decided that now isn't the right time to be putting a huge amount of effort and money into building a custom vehicle./................
In the meantime I am going to improve the aero performance of my box shaped homebuilt camper/caravan!
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1. Looks like a good van to start with.
2. I'm always shocked when some of the from scratch vehicle costs are listed.
3. Back to Ecomodding verses from scratch eco-design, the reason this forum exists.
Most of the sketches I've done on a similar topic is converting my 8'x12' flat snowmobile trailer into an aero-camper. The main feature is a pop-up roof like a VW van camper with the front edge hinged.
I have an alternate design with full height rear entry but it is very narrow at the tail end. Fewer moving parts and the simplicity makes me lean in that direction - sort of a Box Fish.