2005 Dodge Sprinter 140 "Modern Farmhouse" Conversion in North Carolina

overland

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Full writeup and photos:
https://raleigh.craigslist.org/cto/d/2005-sprinter-diy-campervan/6554612139.html

And a Special forum writeup for my fellow Sprinter fanatics...

At a glance:
- Asking $29,500
- 2005 Dodge Sprinter 140" WB Super High Ceiling
- Mileage: 168,342
- MPG: 18-22
- 2.7L L5 DOHC 20V Turbo Diesel engine
- Inspected for "prebuy" by professional mechanic. All known issues disclosed in CL writeup.
- NO "black death" in injectors/engine.
- NC title in hand
- $200 immediate discount if you joined the forum before 2018 and ask for the discount

The layout in this build is ideal for a solo traveler or couple. The 5-cyl turbo-diesel is a beast, and absolutely crushed all the mountain passes out west. It is a 3-season vehicle and is not equipped with tank heaters or aux heater for those cold winter climates.

The layout works great for traveling with your doggo, too!

I've run basic electronics like phones, laptops, iPads, radios, etc. continuously off of the solar-powered house battery and have never run the battery down.

Build material examples:
- Noico 80 mil sound deadener installed on all interior surfaces
- 3M SM600L acoustic thermal automotive insulation throughout ($650 just in this)
- Reflectix double-reflective insulation
- Polyiso underlay with OSB plywood
- Tounge & groove ceiling
- Custom 1" tubular steel bench frame

Photo gallery:
http://bit.ly/2005-dodge-sprinter-photos

My goal with this project was to build as close "to code" as you would build in a house and the overall theme for the build was "do it right the first time". Given that sailboats and houses are where I've spent most of my build time, I drew largely from these experiences.

Happy to field any questions about the build given its DIY nature, design decisions, pros & cons of the layout, etc.

Send me a PM!
 
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