We have LOVED our time with “Patches”. Life is taking us in a different direction and we would love to find her a new home to love her.
Van built by the company Alumivan.
Owner History:
– 2018: Purchased as an empty van with a truck bed liner, used to transport dogs to and from dog shows.
– 2019: Sold to Josh, the mastermind behind Alummivan, who built out the van.
– 2020: Sold to a couple in Arizona who used it as a weekend adventure vehicle and rented it out twice in late 2021.
– Dec 2021: Sold to Mark in Indiana. He took it from coast to coast while working remotely. “It has been a phenomenal apartment on wheels and has served me well”.
-August 2024: Sold to me! My husband and I have traveled to the east coast, and spent almost a year in Boston. Recently traveled out west for an entire month and back to Ohio.
Van Details:
– Model: 2018 Ram Promaster 2500, High Roof, 159” wheelbase.
– Mileage: Roughly 92,400 miles.
– Floor: Lined with truck bed liner for water protection.
– Solar: Attached with roofing tape/glue, so no additional holes in the roof (only holes for the 2 fans).
Interior Build:
– Construction: Built with extruded aluminum for a light, rock-solid construction.
– Ceiling: Tongue and groove wood.
– Drawers: Maple wood.
– Bed: Full-size 6-inch memory foam mattress on wooden slats for comfort and breathability.
– Walls: Padded vinyl (marine grade, the same material used on boats).
– Table: Lagun table with wood top.
Plumbing:
– 30-gallon water tank (located under the bench).
– 15-gallon grey tank (under van).
– Deep metal sink.
– Outdoor shower with hot and cold knobs.
Electrical/Solar:
– 570 watts solar (3 x 190w panels).
– 400ah Lithium Battleborn batteries (3 days with heavy use & cloud cover).
– 3000w inverter.
– Shore Power Plug
– 1000dc Lynx distributor.
– Orion-Tr Smart 12 | 12 – 30 isolated DC/DC charger (generates 3-400 watts when van is running).
– SmartSolar charge controller MPPT 100 | 50.
Running off inverter:
– 3 standard wall outlets (2 sockets each) ~ Locations: Kitchen, Bench, Garage (great for e-bike).
– BRAND NEW BOSCH 5-gallon water heater.
Running off 12V:
– 2 Max Air ceiling fans (single direction exhaust only above kitchen, remote-controlled both directions above bed).
– 4 dimmable puck lights in ceiling.
– 2 USB outlets (4 plugs each) ~ Locations: Kitchen, Bench.
– Truck fridge with freezer.
– Water pump.
– Flexible reading lights with USB outlets.
Storage:
– 3 horizontal cabinets with sliding doors.
– Tall cabinet with strong magnetic latch (room for trashcan).
– Induction cooktop storage above fridge.
– 3 drawers with strong magnetic latches (small, medium, large).
Bonus Items/Accessories:
-BRAND NEW Thallike pop up privacy shower tent
– Snow chains (easy on/off).
– 4ft drinking water hose.
-cassette toilet.
– Induction cooktop.
– 3 pots + 2 skillets for induction stove.
– Various silicone cookware.
– Magnetic back window covers.
– Sun shades for front and side windows.
– Magnetic fan covers.
– Fire extinguisher.
– Rental tutorial binder (teaches renters how to use van)
– Olympian Wave 3 Catalytic Safety Propane Heater.
– Bed tall enough to fit a bike.
-Connectivity: Wired for starlink
Option to purchase Starlink dish with the van at the right price.
Condition:
– Up to date on maintenance.
Most recent oil change / multipoint inspection completed 7/1/2026
BRAND NEW front tires
– No major issues aside from replacing the oil filter housing.
– The brake pad sensor cable is broken but brakes have plenty of life left.
– Scratching/wear and tear on the exterior from dirt roads/branches, but nothing major.
Will deliver if you cover gas and a return flight.