I love projects. Just check out the SVMC BMW M2 build to see the extent I will go to chase a dream. But life has a way of changing one’s priorities. For years I was a track rat, taking track and racing courses, getting private coaching, and refining my driving skills. And for years I loved it, still do. But being a father of two pre-teens has shifted my priorities. I realized I only have a handful of years left before they either don’t want to hangout with me or they are off to college. The idea of me spending more time alone at the track working on my lap times has become less and less appealing as it takes time away from family.
So I have decided to sell the SVMC M2, limit my track time to a few times a year in someone else’s car, and focus more time with the family. So with that as the plan, I obviously needed a new project to bring that plan to life. I grew up doing lots of outdoor activities and I have created a life with my family that is centered around the outdoors. So what project fits my plans but facilities our outdoor lifestyle? Seems obvious doesn’t it? A Sprinter Adventure Camper.
Here is a run down of the project. Take a 2019, 170 wheelbase, 2500 crew, diesel 4x4 Sprinter and convert it to an Adventure Camper that can sleep 4 and hold all our gear. This thing will need to be able to handle the desert, National Parks, beaches, and storm chasing in winter. Or to put it in activity speak….it needs to allow us to go hiking, biking, camping, surfing, and snowboarding in comfort.
We are new to this kind of build so we are going to refine our plans as we go. So far this is what we have in mind.
Phase 1 (July)
Adventure Wagon interior kit
Adventure Wagon MOAB platform bed
Flarespace side pods and windows for a wider sleeping area
Custom fold down sleeping platforms for the kids under the main platform bed
Solar system
Cabin heater
Owl rack, ladder, and tire holder
Awning
Phase 2 (Oct)
Galley with water, sink, fridge, cook top
Replace OEM bench seating with captain chairs
Lounge bench infant of the beds to chill
Lagun table
Hot water system for sink and outside shower station
4x4 suspension upgrade
Black Rino wheels and BF K02 tires
And likely more stuff
My rough design skills don’t win any awards but this is what we THINK we have in mind.
