Almir Almeida
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Some photos of the preparation of my 2007 Chevrolet Tracker 4x4 (same as Suzuki Grand Vitara) which was transformed into a micro-camper for expeditions and camps.
The goal is to have the vehicle itself a basic infrastructure and self-sufficient to be able to land anywhere in comfort and safety, whether in the wild or structured camping, gas stations 24 hours, or even in urban locations, for short or extended duration traveling or expeditions.
Within minutes the vehicle becomes a private bed with the following features:
- Single or double bed
- Chemical Toilet
- Refrigerator / Freezer quad-volt (12 / 24V DC and 110 ~ 240V AC) - I have two models of refrigerators, a larger one (with compressor) that reaches up to minus 15 degrees (Celsius) and a smaller one (which allows the assembly of the double bed).
- Mini kitchen with gas stove and sink
- Solar panel photo-voltaic 150W with stationary battery 115 Ah
- 500W Inverter with 110V output (to connect laptop computer or other devices)
- 28 liter water tank with automatic pump Shurflo
- Outdoor showers (including shower tent that is mounted in 2 seconds)
The suspension and traction were prepared with 2" lift, tires BF Goodrich All Terrain and free-wheel kit from AVM.
On the dashboard was installed a multimedia system that has GPS, TV, DVD, MP3, CD and external cameras; 2 voltmeters to monitor the car battery and solar panel, altimeter, radio communication VHF and UHF.
Changes in the car: tires: Bf Goodrich All Terrain KO 2 (235-70-16), Suspension: 2-inch lift, lower protection against impact, freewheel AVM.
On the roof was installed a photovoltaic solar panel 150W, which charges the battery and keep the refrigerator running even with the vehicle stationary.
To mount the camper I push the seat fully forward and pull the bed extender, providing an area of 1.90 x 1.30 meters for a single ou double bed.
Under the bed extender, there is a toilet
When you open the drawer there is a mini kitchen with sink, tap with extensible shower, gas stove and cabinet for kitchenware.
...to be continued...
The goal is to have the vehicle itself a basic infrastructure and self-sufficient to be able to land anywhere in comfort and safety, whether in the wild or structured camping, gas stations 24 hours, or even in urban locations, for short or extended duration traveling or expeditions.
Within minutes the vehicle becomes a private bed with the following features:
- Single or double bed
- Chemical Toilet
- Refrigerator / Freezer quad-volt (12 / 24V DC and 110 ~ 240V AC) - I have two models of refrigerators, a larger one (with compressor) that reaches up to minus 15 degrees (Celsius) and a smaller one (which allows the assembly of the double bed).
- Mini kitchen with gas stove and sink
- Solar panel photo-voltaic 150W with stationary battery 115 Ah
- 500W Inverter with 110V output (to connect laptop computer or other devices)
- 28 liter water tank with automatic pump Shurflo
- Outdoor showers (including shower tent that is mounted in 2 seconds)
The suspension and traction were prepared with 2" lift, tires BF Goodrich All Terrain and free-wheel kit from AVM.
On the dashboard was installed a multimedia system that has GPS, TV, DVD, MP3, CD and external cameras; 2 voltmeters to monitor the car battery and solar panel, altimeter, radio communication VHF and UHF.
Changes in the car: tires: Bf Goodrich All Terrain KO 2 (235-70-16), Suspension: 2-inch lift, lower protection against impact, freewheel AVM.
On the roof was installed a photovoltaic solar panel 150W, which charges the battery and keep the refrigerator running even with the vehicle stationary.
To mount the camper I push the seat fully forward and pull the bed extender, providing an area of 1.90 x 1.30 meters for a single ou double bed.
Under the bed extender, there is a toilet
When you open the drawer there is a mini kitchen with sink, tap with extensible shower, gas stove and cabinet for kitchenware.
...to be continued...
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