GJTranny Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 I need those precious inches of space that the steps inside the doors take up. Something to level it to the floor so a disco bed can rest there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrm223 Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 How about putting a section of plywood over it? 3/8"-1/2" is plenty thick enough to support a bed (probably even 1/4" since you're just covering a small area), and will take up minimal room overall. Plus you'll have the space between the steps and the plywood to store random small stuff, like a roll of paper towels or whatever. Is this a cargo van or passenger van? Cargo vans have a false floor there with a pretty decent amount of wasted space below it. I removed the false floor from mine a long time ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GJTranny Posted January 23, 2021 Author Share Posted January 23, 2021 It’s a Cargo. Thanks for the idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Roe Posted February 21, 2021 Share Posted February 21, 2021 (edited) Excuse me, we have a 2000 31' Sunnybrook 5th wheel. What good steps work on a rig that old? Also, do the steps fold up and swing up inside the door opening? I have found some information here but I am not sure about that: https://www.rvweb.net/best-rv-steps-reviewed/ Edited February 28, 2021 by Gary Roe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chococar Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 On 1/5/2021 at 10:49 AM, jrm223 said: Cargo vans have a false floor there with a pretty decent amount of wasted space below it. I removed the false floor from mine a long time ago. Do you have a photo of this please? It would be nice to use it for something! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonShockley Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 Here's some photos from this forum back in 2016 that I copied when I thought they might come in useful for working on my 2015. My apologies to the member who did the original post but I didn't think to make a notation at the time. Based on the file names I gave them at the time, they were from a 2015 cargo version. jrm223 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chococar Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 Thanks so much for the photos. Coming out of my van too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrm223 Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 On 3/25/2021 at 11:31 AM, DonShockley said: Here's some photos from this forum back in 2016 that I copied when I thought they might come in useful for working on my 2015. My apologies to the member who did the original post but I didn't think to make a notation at the time. Based on the file names I gave them at the time, they were from a 2015 cargo version. I can say that the black van is mine, lol. I'm not sure on the white one with black false floor, I remember the pics but not the user. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fifty150 Posted April 2, 2021 Share Posted April 2, 2021 It's the perfect place to smuggle illicit items across checkpoints. If alcohol ever becomes banned again, I'm bootlegging with my van. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chococar Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Here is a trial fit of electricals & propane for our campervan conversion, using this amazing secret space. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackGrimshaw Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 (edited) Yes,this is great extra space. But,please use it safely. Even an AGM battery should be vented to the outside when used as a house battery.In an over charging situation,explosive gases can be released. https://rvnerds.com/2017/11/01/electrical-myths-part-4-agm-batteries-dont-need-venting/ Also,follow recommended methods for transporting propane cylinders. https://www.amerigas.com/propane-grill-tanks/transporting-propane-tanks Also,propane is heavier than air and will settle in low spots.What do you think will happen if you get a spark when working on your battery? Edited May 27, 2021 by JackGrimshaw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chococar Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Thanks Jack. That's my plan. That's why the caption is "trial fit". It will be a bit tricky building the box (or 2 boxes) for containment, but I'll be doing that in the coming weeks. Good safety advice for all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrm223 Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 1 hour ago, JackGrimshaw said: Also,follow recommended methods for transporting propane cylinders. https://www.amerigas.com/propane-grill-tanks/transporting-propane-tanks Those recommendations are specific to standard vertical tanks, his clearly says "Horizontal cylinder - this side must face up". It should definitely get mounted, though, so it's not able to move around on it's own. Some nutserts in the floor and matching bolts would take care of that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fifty150 Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 I wouldn't want propane there. You'll have to run plumbing from that space, to whatever you are cooking with. And you'll be taking it out all the time to refill it. So whatever type of enclosure you build, I would guess that there will be flooring and whatever else you install. Imagine taking everything out, to refill the propane. 8 hours ago, JackGrimshaw said: Even an AGM battery should be vented to the outside You will really need to think about that. Do you drill holes? Do you cut a piece out and install a louvered vent? Do you install a fan, to ensure airflow? Or do you build a battery box behind the rear wheel well, and install a vented access door like it's a bus or RV? https://videos.etrailer.com/static/images/video/Demo-Valterra-RV-Vents-and-Fans-A10-3300BK.webm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G B L Posted May 30, 2021 Share Posted May 30, 2021 Remember the propane cylinder has a safety pressure relief valve and if the temp and pressure exceed a limit the tank vents. If the tank is inside the vehicle it needs to be in a vented gas tight box . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chococar Posted May 30, 2021 Share Posted May 30, 2021 Yes. I'm going to build a gas-tight box around it that vents out the bottom. Thanks, Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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