Questions about cargo van vs. window van

[curt johnson]

Does anyone know if a standard size cargo van has more or less room in the back than a standard size window van? I'm thinking like the Ford, Stanley Steemer/Don Becker type van. Also, any other benefits to a window van? I know they have more features like cruise control, cd, power windows and locks, etc, extra chrome on outside. Anything else to think about?

I've had cargo vans, a trailer, a box truck, and a Vortex over the years. I'm getting rid of my box truck and getting a newer used van, just trying to decide what is best.

 

[Desk Jockey]

We have one window van for hauling people. Its used for larger fire losses or mold remediation projects. I think they are the same as far as space, ours is a 1-ton to allow for the 15-passengers.

Which in your case would also make a great TM setup since the extra weight is allowed for as well as having better brakes to stop her once she's rolling.

 

[Buck1955]

Same size, more bling, if you use a slide in you can go window, if direct drive cargo only

 

[GCCLee]

Glass Breaks n Metal Bends


Take yur choice

 

[GeneMiller]

If I was going to go van again I would want the panels that open. I saw a Plumber the other day and where the windows would be his open straight up allowing access to his shelves.

Gene

 

[hogjowl]

I once had a window van. All the windows opened. It was the coolest (temperature) van I've ever had.

 

[Lee Stockwell]

Stanley Steemer uses window vans. Better for young drivers.

 

[curt johnson]

We all know I'm young!

I'll be putting a Blueline Bluewave into it. It's their old middle size unit, 31 hp Kubota. Right now I have a water pond, I know that won't work so I'll have to get a smaller hose reel. I just want to have room to haul a rotary extractor, should I ever buck up and buy one.

I'm also debating whether or not I need a fresh water tank. I never had one, but for past 7 years or so I have, don't know if I want to go back to being without.

 

[hogjowl]

You want a fresh tank.

 

[Desk Jockey]

You need the water, you'll kick yourself later if you skip it.

Curt I wouldn't do this for just anyone but being that its you, I'd be willing to trade you a smaller hose reel for your water pond.

 

[curt johnson]

Richard, you're too kind and fair for me to accept that deal.

Does anyone know the actual measurements from the inside of one wheel well to the inside of the other?

 

[Desk Jockey]

What brand?

Ours is a Ford, I can measure it if you're getting a Ford.

 

[curt johnson]

Yes Richard, Ford. Thanks!

 

[Desk Jockey]

4-foot 3-inches

 

[spotman123]

I once had a window van. All the windows opened. It was the coolest (temperature) van I've ever had.

I can vouch for that.

 

[curt johnson]

So does anyone have a water pond and TM jammed into a standard length van? According to my crack measurements, a regular van is about 108 inches long. With the width of Bluewave and length of water pond that only leaves about 18 inches of room, I think that'd be way too crowded.....