r/fordtransit

I’m planning to buy an AWD Ford Transit and would love some advice from people who use theirs on rough roads.

I need an AWD or 4WD vehicle for work, so off-road capability is important. I’m trying to figure out how much the roof height and wheelbase actually affect performance on dirt roads, washboard, ruts, sand, and moderately rough terrain.

I’ll be living in the van full-time, so I’d strongly prefer a Transit over a truck. I’m 5’4”, which means I can comfortably stand in a medium roof.

I’m not planning on doing any crazy off-roading, but i need to not get stuck in the middle of the desert.

Thanks!!

Watched a video online and it seems pretty straightforward with the right tools. Wanted to ask here if anyone has done a similar repair and if there were any tips and tricks I needed to know before starting.

Hello,

I am a Chevy person. I am going over to the dark side in order to build my camper van on a Ford Transit because I want the high top, and sadly Chevy doesn't do a high top express.

I know all vehicles rust, and I will be spending most of my time in a snowy climate, so rust is inevitable. I'd like to buy something that I can get sprayed with a protector to minimize the bottom rusting out.

That being said, can you please point me towards the best resources for figuring out what years were better than others to buy? Not just for rust but for other things as well.

Basically, please point me towards where I can learn more about how to pick the best van within my price range $20-25k. Bonus points if it talks about rust because I'm really worried about having a rusted out Ford!

Hello ! I have a 2015 ford transit with about 100500 miles on it that needs a transmission flush and fluid … i got quoted $950 is that too much ? Should i look for somewhere else

Looking at a local dealer-listed 2019 Ford Transit Connect XLT cargo van with about 56k miles. Asking price is $19k.

It’s 1 owner, clean Carfax, and listed as personal use, not fleet..

I’m going to test drive it next week. Anything specific I should watch out for on these? Common problems? Transmission issues? Things to check before buying?

Would you guys still get a pre-purchase inspection even with a clean Carfax?

I have a 2016 Transit 148 mid roof Passenger Wagon.

I will be doing a no-build for this year and make plans for next winter full build.

It has all the interior trim and uninsulated floor.

since there is no insulation anywhere I do plan on sound dampening the walls and insulating walls as much as possible and floor with a simply closed cell covering (not a snow chaser - Will have heater)

By question at this point is when I remove the plastic wall coverings, will I be able to re-use the plastics (trimming as needed for minimal connection points)? or Should I plan on rebuilding the interior and not using the plastics?

I don't plan on tearing it apart until I build so any insights are greatly appreciated.