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We are so excited to bring one of our most function, luxurious and turnkey ready builds to the market! We have been quietly working on this van the last year or so, focusing on some new features (hidden drawer shower), while ensuring each part of this build meets and exceeds industry standards. Featuring a Happijac bed lift system, this van can comfortably sleep 4 adults (two queen size beds) and drive 2. The main bed lowers from the ceiling with the touch of a button and can store with all bedding and pillows making for easy tear down and set up. No need to sacrifice space for bedding or duvets.
With over 6 ft of working space you can entertain or work remotely from the U-shaped lounge area in the back of the van. With a large Made in Italy fridge with freezer you can cook on the double burner induction cooktop, or relax in the swivel seats at the front of the van. In a space this small we wanted to focus on livability and function, allowing two people to work and live independently when they want to.
An exciting feature we are including in this van is a fully functional hidden drawer shower. With a locking 500lb slider track you can easily slide this drawer open (which also has storage space for shampoo and toiletries), attach your square shower curtain to the ceiling and enjoy a comfortable hot shower wherever you are with a sink-connected hand-shower. The Maxxfan is conveniently located right next to the shower allowing for proper ventilation and air flow.
Featuring an Espar hot water and air system you don’t need to worry about running out of hot water or being cold no matter the conditions. This German made system works by consuming small amounts of gas from the fuel tank and very low amounts of battery power to provide on-demand heat without running your gas tank dry (1/4 tank cutoff for fuel consumption). We have installed this exact system in dozens of vans that are utilized from Wisconsin to Tahoe and have always heard that this system provides in even the coldest of conditions.
The electrical system utilizes the highest industry standard Victron components - with 3x100 AH viltron super pack lithium batteries, 400 watts of solar, DC-DC alternator charger and a 3000w Muliplus-ii, you can charge this van via driving, solar, or plugging into shore power. We utilize warm, low draw dimmable LED lights on the ceiling, LED strip-light underneath the cabinets and U-bench, and reading lights in the bed area allowing for various lighting options.
Despite being packed with great components there is still an abundance of storage options available. There are 4 overhead cabinets, three 30” long drawers on the passenger side, 4 15” drawers on the driver side, and the central bench seat is completely open. Small amounts of storage are available on either bench seat with exceptions around the electrical system to allow for air flow of the components. Above the captain seats is a storage compartment from the factory.
This van is a beautiful and unique build, allowing for functionality and comfort no matter where you are. This van is brand new, purchased by us in 2024, and worked on exclusively by Wandering Roots Campers. We are proud of our work and warranty it within 1 year of purchase (for error on things we have installed). We are located in Leavenworth, WA just 2 hours from Seattle and would be happy to answer any questions. Give us a shout at [email protected]
Components List Electrical 3x 100 AH Victron Super Pack Lithium Batteries 4/0 Heavy Duty Electrical Wiring Victron Smart Shunt Battery Monitor Victron Lynx Distributor power distribution Victron Multiplus-II 3000/120 Inverter Charger Victron Orion 30 Amp DCDC charger Victron Smart Solar 100/30 MPPT Solar Charge Controller 400 Watts of Newpowwa Solar fixed to the roof 30 Amp Shore Power connection Programmable fan to keep the electronics warm or cool 120-volt power outlets throughout the van Espar B5E heating system Kitchen Butcher Block Counter tops Large Sink with butcher block insert On-Demand Hot Water 12 Gallon grey water tank with bypass to ground 2 burner 1800 Watt induction cooktop 4 Storage drawers behind driver seat Vitrifrgo C85i Fridge/Freezer combo Living Space Happijac Bed lift system with queen sized bed Option to turn lower bench seats in to a platform and sleep two additional people Beautiful cushions made from Sunbrella Fabric 3 Large 30” drawers 4 Overhead cabinets with Gas struts Shelf above the captain seats Swiveling Captain seats with footrest on the passenger side 22x30 table top on a Laguna Mount Maxxfan with remote control Added Bunk Windows and kitchen window On-demand Hot Air Lighting 12x dimmable puck lights Led Strip lights under overhead cabinets and at the toe of the bench seats 2x reading lights in the bedroom area Water Northwest Conversions wheel well Fresh Water tank - 28 Gallon Fresh water level gauge Flo-jet water pump with silencer and particle filter On-demand hot water Indoor Shower built in to passenger cabinet 100” hand shower attaches to kitchen faucet with on/off switch 22”x22” shower curtain attaches to the ceiling Rear mounted exterior shower 12 Gallon grey water tank with electrical valve to dump Pex Water lines
