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BassoraMo
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Hello from east-central Missouri, 

We are now proud owners of a 2018 Transit xl LWB - cargo model. There are two of us so two-seats are perfect. No windows on the side or back which is great for security. We plan to block the passenger side sliding door for larger/longer items.

Now we want to prepare for visits campgrounds.

We have a nice tent for outdoor camping in good weather and an air mattress so we can sleep in the van when the weather isn't so good. A Yeti cooler awaits our first trip.

Now deciding what to do next.

  • I want to hang our fishing poles so they are out of the way, maybe along passenger side or from the ceiling. Ideas appreciated on how to secure them.
  • We are not wiring in anything but can always use the 12 volt outlet in the console for things like a fan for this summer. Is there a relatively inexpensive fan that would be good for these trips?
  • Other items that might be useful that can be plugged into the console?
  • And we are taking suggestions for making the space in the LWB a home away from home.

Looking forward to hearing replies as well as reading other entries in the forums.

 

Everyone have a magnificent non-snowy day (I'm in Missouri -- we are trying to turn into the new snow capital of the contiguous 48 states).

 

BassoraMo

 

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2 hours ago, BassoraMo said:

 

  • We are not wiring in anything but can always use the 12 volt outlet in the console for things like a fan for this summer. Is there a relatively inexpensive fan that would be good for these trips?

 

Try a solar powered fan first.  A couple of these with the solar panel may be enough to circulate airflow.

 

Greenhouse Ventilator Solar Powred 4'' Fan Dog Chicken House Window Ceiling Vent

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Congrats on your new TC and welcome.  I know I like mine, so I am sure you will. too!  :thumbsup:

 

A lot of plumbers use large diameter PVC pipe mounted on the roof rack to hold pipe.  Depending on the size of the reels on your fishing poles, a 4 or 6 inch PVC drain pipe might hold them out of the way.  You could mount the pipe inside using the holes in the roof supports or outside.

 

Definitely consider a sun shade for the windshield.  That monster piece of glass up front provides a great view, but really catches a lot of sun in the summer.  (Bugs and stones, too!)

 

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