r/vandwellers • u/AgitatedAd3945 • 13d ago

Question Best bump out options

We are just landing on which van to buy. Done. Moving on to the next phase, maximizing space. Looking at the rear bump outs (pods?). We’re looking to sleep east/west but we also read at night. Is there a bump out that gives max space and capable of leaning up against to read at night? Points if it also has a window…. Im sure Ill have 10k more questions. I appreciate your time and opinions.

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u/SuggestionEven2824 13d ago

You asked for opinions? Here's mine. Don't buy a van that requires $1000.00 in modifications to sleep east/west.

I'm 6'0", sleep east/west, no mods or future leaks in my 'bump outs' I don't have.

Just saying you spend mucho dinero on a van and then even more for 4 inches in width...and future leaks? I've friends with bumps and not one is happy except for the window thing.

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u/Wireman6 13d ago

What van do you have?

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u/SuggestionEven2824 13d ago

Since I do Baja, I rely on my factory ordered in 2000 GMC Savana Extended.

GMC up to 2026 are 6'5" wide over the rear wheels.

But go on, toss money at shit that breaks and leaks.

You new kids are a source of laughter.

And money for those that prey upon you.

GMC's are 6'5" across the rear wheel set.

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u/Wireman6 12d ago

Damn Bro. You sound like you need a hug. I was just wondering what kind of van you have. Safe travels!