Recent content by CalgaryMcLean

  1. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    Got out for around 30 nights. Pretty good since it was mid to late summer by the time the camper was ready to go. Very happy with everything. Very happy that we went with lots of windows. I see some units that only have a couple small windows: not for me! . Over winter I will pull out the...
  2. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    Removable davit with small block and tackle to easily lift the spare tire into place. I can reach out the rear windows to install and remove the davit. Hounds checking out the sitting area:
  3. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    From Ford. https://fordbbas.com/publications Body Builder Layout Book
  4. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    1200 pounds is the camper box with door, fan, and windows. I didn't weigh the base truck, but based on the generic curb weight, the 4wd conversion (transfer case, front axle), bigger wheels/tires, front winch and bumper adds about 1000 lbs. The subframe and all the storage boxes, including...
  5. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    Will have it on the road this summer. Way too many people at McLean Creek. We tend to go to more out of the way spots.
  6. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    General Tire Grabber A/Tx, LT315/70R17 on Black Rino rims.
  7. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    I don't know if the Economy tune affected the front GAWR. I expect the Economy tune will be good for my needs and it saved $600. If I want more power, I will go with a custom tune, so I decided to just skip the Ford Premium tune. I expect the camper will be insured and registered as a Motorhome.
  8. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    No driver assist package, no electronic dash. Just a very basic build. Upgraded the seats, power windows and locks, basic cruise control, power mirrors, small factory 120 VAC inverter. CDN $.
  9. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    Should be close to, but below, the 10,050 lb GVWR. I haven't explored the various features of SketchUp but I expect there are extensions available that would let you complete a Bill of Materials with weights, etc. I tend to be too lazy with my drafting to fill in all the attributes, etc for the...
  10. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    Some links to sites with pictures: https://www.wildernessvans.com/product/lippert-smart-bed-complete-kit/ https://www.lci1.com/euro-loft-bed-lift-by-project-2000/ https://ca-camperinteriors.glopalstore.com/collections/project-2000-smart-bed-system
  11. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    I am using a simplified Lippert bed lift system which uses a single rotary shaft to wrap up four webbing straps (seat belt material) and lift the bed. This keeps all 4 sides in sync at all times. I actually sourced it out of the UK as the Project 2000 Smart Bed System. I considered actuators...
  12. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    Yes, without the cabinetry, the seats can recline further, but this position works for me. With a shorter cabinet or moving everything back and leaving a space, the seats could recline more. Some U-Hauls have the box right up against the cab limiting how much the seats recline (very little)...
  13. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    Fridge and stove roughed in.
  14. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    Elevating bed in place. Still needs to be leveled, but it is sitting close to where it belongs. The underside of the bed has LED strip lights, with a dimmer, to light up the dining area. There is also a mesh panel on the underside. When the bed is in the lower, sleeping and traveling...
  15. C

    E-350 Cutaway with Total Composites Box

    The SketchUp interior plan with an elevating bed above the sitting area. Looking toward the rear, a quick shot at the start of the interior and the U-shaped sitting/dining area. Wooden bench seats and backs still need to be finished. Within the rear wall, behind the rails for the elevating...
See more
Top