Full off-grid climate control and mobile office in an adventure van with 1kW of solar silently running a 9,000 BTU mini split. This is the only E-Series van build in the world with this setup that I am aware of, built on the legendary 7.3 Powerstroke which is widely regarded as one of the most reliable diesel engines ever built.
This 2002 E350 7.3l Turbo Diesel extended van has barely been broken in at the 105k mile mark, and features a behemoth 900 AH house battery system with premium Victron components, charged by 1000 watts of solar on the roof. This extreme battery and charging capacity fuels a 9000 BTU mini split that grants this van an unprecedented level of energy efficient climate control. The external unit is custom mounted with flexible HVAC line to a Ujoint swingarm on the rear bumper so that the rear doors can still be accessed.
The WeldTeC 5” suspension upgrade, locker, regearing, wheels, tires, onboard air compressor, mini split, and barwork is only 1 year/8k miles old. The ARB rear air locker and 5″ lift provide the traction and ground clearance for serious backcountry use without the complexity, weight penalty, or transfer case maintenance of a full 4×4 conversion. I’ve been very impressed with the Weldtec suspension, which provides an exceptionally smooth and straight ride even at 75+mph for such a beast of a vehicle.
Modern touches include rear backup and sideview cameras, an upgraded head unit, and a killer sound system with a 12” subwoofer under the rear bed/seat. There is also an integrated wireless phone charger mounted directly into the dash, and a Lagun table for a laptop with a widescreen monitor mounted on a swingarm in the rear.
I am the second owner of this van. I built it and used it as a daily driver for the last 6 years. Everything works perfectly and has been cared for meticulously. This is a dream rig but I have marriage and babies on the horizon and need a more practical child hauler since I’m not camping as often. The van has a presale inspection report from 8/5/26 which passed with flying colors.
Currently located in Olympia, WA.
VIN: 1FTSS34F52HA34457
VAN
2002 Ford E350 Extended
SUSPENSION
WeldTeC 5” Suspension Lift Kit “Baja Grocery Getter Complete Performance Package” Fox Shocks
WeldTeC Ford E-Series Fox Steering Stabilizer Kit
WHEELS/TIRES
5x Method Race Wheels 704
5 BFG KO2’s in 285/70R17
1.5” spacers
Bushwacker fender flares
GEARING
Dana 60 Yukon Ring and Pinion Gears | 4.11 Part Number: YG-D60-411
ARB AIR LOCKER DIFFERENTIAL DANA 60 35 SPLINE (RD169)
ARB CKMTA12 air compressor with Ujoint mount
OBA accessory kit from Ujoint
BARWORK + ETC
Aluminess Ford E-Series 92′-07′ Front Bumper With Brush Guard
WARN 103255 VR EVO 12-S Electric 12V DC Winch with Synthetic Rope: 3/8″ Diameter x 90′ Length, 6 Ton (12,000 lb) Pulling Capacity
Aluminess Nerf Bars – E-Series 1992+
Aluminess side ladders x2
Ujoint Offroad Rear Bumper holds a full size spare and the mini split
Ujoint Offroad Rear Skid System holds batteries
Rear window old school levelors
Upgraded towing side view mirrors
Limo tint on side door, medium tint on front windows
HVAC
9000 BTU Mini Split Air Conditioner – Heat Pump – SENL/09CD/110V
ELECTRICAL
3x 12V 300Ah Smart Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery
Victron Energy MultiPlus 3000VA 12-Volt Pure Sine Wave Inverter 120 amp Battery Charger
Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/100 – Tr Solar Charge Controller 250V 100A with Bluetooth
Victron Energy Lynx Distributor
Victron Energy SmartShunt 500 amp Battery Monitor (Bluetooth)
Victron Energy SmartSolar Pluggable Control Display
Victron Energy Interface MK3-USB (VE.Bus to USB)
Furrion 50 Amp 125/250 Volt Shore Power Inlet
Camco Power Grip 30-Ft 50-Amp Camper/RV Extension Cord
15Amp to 50Amp RV Power Adapter 15Male/50Female Camper RV Electrical Converter Adapter
NOTES: Wiring was based off of this build: https://explorist.life/3000w-inverter-400-600ah-400-to-1200w-solar-camper-solar-kit/
ROOF
HELLA 500 Series lights
Ujoint Offroad Roof Rack (custom build for extended van)
5x Newpowa 200W Solar Panel
Maxxair fan (new)
ARB Awning 2500mm x 2500mm (new)
ARB Awning Room Deluxe w/Floor 2500mm x 2500mm
Yakima RoadShower 7gal (new)
INTERIOR + CAMPING COMFORTS
Custom van conversion with Western Cedar wood paneling and bamboo flooring
Bench seat with 2 seatbelts (could add a third if needed) folds down into nearly queen size bed
Natural wool insulation in walls, cork insulation under floor
ARB 10801472 Fridge Freezer Series II 50 Quart
Widescreen monitor on articulating VESA mount to plug into laptop
Ford Swivel Seats for driver and passenger
2 Wireless cellphone chargers
Standard wall outlets that work when inverter is on
12v Outlet behind driver’s seat for fridge
Blackout shades for the front windshield and driver and passenger windows
Running curtains for the side door area and rear door area
LED strips in the ceiling along the back of the van – white, colors, or sound reactive
Lots of cubbies, cupholders, and spots for cargo
CAMERA + SOUND SYSTEM
Rockford Fosgate R600X5 Prime -5 Channel Amp
Kicker CS Series CSC68 6 x 8 Inch Car Audio System Speakers
Kicker 44KSC6904 6”x9” 2-way car speakers
Kicker 12” 800 Watt CompVR 4 Ohm DVC Sub Woofer in custom enclosure
Pioneer AVH-521EX head unit with bluetooth connectivity and microphone above driver’s seat
Rearviewsafety.com side camera and rear camera integrated with head unit
Sound system can be used when van is off with 3.5mm audio cable, runs off of house batteries
Kill switch to turn sound system off
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
Leveling blocks
Bubba Rope (176655DRG) Renegade Rope, 3/4″ x 30′
2x 38,000lb soft shackles
Surge Guard 44270 Portable Surge Protector – 50 amp
30 amp male to 50 amp female RV adapter
Cable Matters 50 amp RV cord NEMA 14-50P to SS2-50R, 25ft
Tire puncture repair kit
Emergency kit
Fire extinguisher mounted near side doors
Portable jump starter
ARB 10801472 Fridge Freezer Series II 50 Quart
Ujoint OBA accessory Kit
ScanGauge II (model SG2)
Draw-Tite Activator II trailer brake controller
Shades for all windows and windshield and curtains for side and back for complete privacy
Bug screen for hinged side window
Presale inspection report from 8/5/26
