Build Diary · Day 55
Painting White Bedliner On The Camper Van
Preparation and project photographs from the exterior coating work.
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Build Diary · Day 56
Installing The Flatline Low Pro Roof Rack
The roof-rack installation, documented in the original build diary.
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