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this is Ivy

PostPosted: Tue May 07, 2013 10:55 am
by havingfunnow
That's short for 'interim vehicle' (but don't tell the van that, ok?).

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It's a 2000 Ford E-150 conversion van. I can aaaalmost stand up straight inside. The body is pretty good, the engine is fine, but there's lots of rust on the frame. I think it will last until the dratted trust is settled and I have some cash, anyway. The William likes the windows and the bench seat.

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This will be the kitchen. I'm going to have fun building -- and if I make the units modular, I can use them in new van(s) as well.

I have to say, if you're going to be stranded, my sister's house is the place to do it. I've had the best winter! Now it's time to go home to Michigan and build.

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PostPosted: Tue May 07, 2013 11:23 am
by Redwahine
Congratulations!! Looks like a fun project to mold as you want it to be!! Have fun.

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PostPosted: Tue May 07, 2013 11:55 am
by bluepinecones
Don't forget to take photos as you make progress on conversion. Such an interesting project.

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PostPosted: Tue May 07, 2013 12:05 pm
by BirdbyBird
Have fun...and Sarah's right about keeping those pictures coming! Good stories are always welcomed, too!

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PostPosted: Tue May 07, 2013 12:39 pm
by grammynmaggie
Congrats cant wait to see what you do with it.!

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PostPosted: Tue May 07, 2013 8:07 pm
by BarbaraRose
That looks like a fun project! Love the color of it!

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PostPosted: Wed May 08, 2013 10:49 am
by mitch5252
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Louise - WHAT A WOMAN - what a task you are undertaking. I admire your abilities to do this.
Make sure you keep us up-to-date on progress with pictures!
Can't wait to see it materialize.

Is William the job Supervisor?

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Re: this is Ivy

PostPosted: Wed May 08, 2013 4:18 pm
by havingfunnow
William considers himself the everything supervisor! :lol: Especially squirrels. There's a real dearth of squirrels around here, and he is really looking forward to seeing them on the Blue Ridge while we drive home. What a dog! I'm really glad he likes this van, because he makes his displeasure very audible when he's in a vehicle he doesn't like.

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PostPosted: Tue May 14, 2013 9:07 pm
by Nasoosie
I will be watching with avid interest as you do whatever magic you will do with this neat van! I still have a hankering for one myself!