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Nikki and Jason Wynn are converting a Ford Transit 350 HD with a V6 EcoBoost engine and all-wheel drive into a stealth adventure van for travel through Baja, Central America, and South America.0:57 To maintain a high payload capacity and keep the vehicle lightweight, they avoided heavy cabinetry, opting instead for fabric bins secured with rare earth magnets.5:43 The build features a modular office setup with lightweight tables, a portable toilet for emergencies, and an aft shower.4:09 For electrical power, they replaced the factory-installed inverter with a Victron pure sine wave 375-watt unit and installed a stackable battery system.23:45 Solar panels are mounted on the roof with waterproof, plug-and-play connectors, allowing the panels to be removed and placed in direct sunlight when the van is parked in the shade.18:37 The couple prioritized stealth by using magnetic sun and bug screens to block visibility into the interior.26:41 They utilized 3D-printed carbon fiber wire holders and commercial-style wall panels to minimize weight and simplify future maintenance.12:08

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