Show your mobile van setup!

Kristopher1129

Kristopher1129

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Hey guys. First of all, this thread was not my idea...it was actually Meghans. She posted on one of my threads with the idea of creating a thread to show off everyones mobile setup.

I can't remember if anyone created this thread...but I'm pretty sure they didn't. So, I for one...am really really close to starting to load my equipment in my van after a LONG battle to get it up to par.

So, if you guys wouldn't mind showing off your setup...I would greatly appreciate it, as I'm sure others will too. I will for sure be showcasing mine once it's all done! Help!!!:dblthumb2:
 
I don't use vans any more. I love this F-150 because it gives me a back seat so I can use it for personal use and picking up the grand kids, but also the chemicals, gasolie etc. putting out odors are seperated from the passenger compartment. Gas mileage on this truck is pretty good too!
 
I like your setup a lot. I love how you have all your towels setup on the side compartment. I can definitely see how having your chemicals, generator, vac, and stuff of that nature separate from the drivers cabin. That way you don't have to pull your generator in and out worrying about fumes. Cool setup! Thanks for sharing! :dblthumb2:
 
Very Nice! I never thought of something like that for a rig... but then again I will be setting up my Land Rover Discovery here soon if I keep getting calls asking about mobile details... I some stuff in the works for that though!
 
Kristopher1129 said:
I like your setup a lot. I love how you have all your towels setup on the side compartment. I can definitely see how having your chemicals, generator, vac, and stuff of that nature separate from the drivers cabin. That way you don't have to pull your generator in and out worrying about fumes. Cool setup! Thanks for sharing! :dblthumb2:
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Thanks Kristopher. It only took me 10 years and 5 different vehicles to finally get a set-up I'm happy with. Having your vehicle set the way you like makes mobile detailing so much easier!:awesome:
 
Cruiser57 said:
Thanks Kristopher. It only took me 10 years and 5 different vehicles to finally get a set-up I'm happy with. Having your vehicle set the way you like makes mobile detailing so much easier!:awesome:
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I hear that. I'm hoping to get lucky on my first try, ha. Probably not. Good thing is...I most likely won't be doing most the mobile work. I like my shop :D
 
Can't figure out the picture thing here. When I do I'll post those pictures.

The plastic bin has since been replaced with a wooden cabinet I built six months ago. The plastic worked fine for a while, but eventually broke with all the manhandling we do. I customized the cabinet for the tools we take with us, as well as pads and towels.
 
TMD said:
Can't figure out the picture thing here. When I do I'll post those pictures.

The plastic bin has since been replaced with a wooden cabinet I built six months ago. The plastic worked fine for a while, but eventually broke with all the manhandling we do. I customized the cabinet for the tools we take with us, as well as pads and towels.
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Upload pics using photobucket. After you uploaded your pics, go over the pic and there will be a drop down click on IMG(will copy it) and paste it in your post.
 
MirandaDetailin said:
I finally got my van looking the way I want.
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sorry for the butt shot, thats me installing some vinyl on the floor. Looks like a tiny detail shop in there now.
plus things roll around easier and it cleans up better two.
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Very cool man. What kind of van do you have, an astro or Safari? Looks very similar to mine. Good setup. I like how you saved yourself a little works space in the middle there. Thanks for sharing! :props:
 
I will post pics of mine tomorrow. I'm using my dad's minivan, nothing special. Everything falls when I make sharp turns. :)
 
Kristopher1129 said:
Very cool man. What kind of van do you have, an astro or Safari? Looks very similar to mine. Good setup. I like how you saved yourself a little works space in the middle there. Thanks for sharing! :props:
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I have a Astro, its not the commercial model, which I wish It was, I need to upgrade soon. Even though I installed leaf spring stabilizers, it has problems hauling the weight.
Thanks man, I really really enjoy your write ups to, you do awesome work.
 
MirandaDetailin said:
I have a Astro, its not the commercial model, which I wish It was, I need to upgrade soon. Even though I installed leaf spring stabilizers, it has problems hauling the weight.
Thanks man, I really really enjoy your write ups to, you do awesome work.
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Thank you! :dblthumb2:
 
Well I don't necessarily apply when you say "using", since I haven't actually used any of the equipment yet, ha. But, I have a 3500 watt ETQ generator, and a 1.4 gpm Stanley electric pressure washer. I also have the Aztec Hot Rod extractor. All that stuff is hopefully getting put in this week, among other things.

I did quite a bit of research on generators before I settled on mine. Price wasn't even an issue in the beginning. I was going to get one of those super quiet Hondas that are pretty rock solid and quiet. But, when I saw the price tags...all the sudden price was an issue, ha. This ETQ had great reviews, and I got a discount through Sams Club with free shipping. Plus, I spent roughly 1/3 of the price on the Honda.

I know the Hondas are great...I just can't swing that price tag right now with everything that had to get done with the van still. :dblthumb2:
 
Kristopher1129 said:
Well I don't necessarily apply when you say "using", since I haven't actually used any of the equipment yet, ha. But, I have a 3500 watt ETQ generator, and a 1.4 gpm Stanley electric pressure washer. I also have the Aztec Hot Rod extractor. All that stuff is hopefully getting put in this week, among other things.

I did quite a bit of research on generators before I settled on mine. Price wasn't even an issue in the beginning. I was going to get one of those super quiet Hondas that are pretty rock solid and quiet. But, when I saw the price tags...all the sudden price was an issue, ha. This ETQ had great reviews, and I got a discount through Sams Club with free shipping. Plus, I spent roughly 1/3 of the price on the Honda.

I know the Hondas are great...I just can't swing that price tag right now with everything that had to get done with the van still. :dblthumb2:
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Hope you have better luck than I did. Went through 3 generatore before I got fed up and splurged for the Honda. I now have two, one for a back-up, but again I've been at this for 10 years and it does take time to get to a point where you can buy higher end equipment, but you will get there.:dblthumb2:
 
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