Vanspeed Transit Capsules: My Purchase and Installation Experience
By Steven Smith · Camper Van Freedom
Why I Would Not Buy Capsules Again
I bought the version without bunk windows and installed it on my 2023 Ford Transit 250 Extended. The capsules arrived damaged, and I used Bondo Glass to repair the fiberglass before coating them.
I spent at least eight extra hours on the damage repairs, then had to cut and sand the capsule edges to work around the fit problems. Adhesive spread onto the factory white paint during my solo fitting attempt, and the project grew into a larger exterior bedliner job.
If I were starting again, I would put the bed lengthwise and leave the sides of the van alone. The inches gained were not worth the money, work and frustration for me.
My Original Purchase and Two Current Alternatives
My Vanspeed Transit Capsules — Without Windows
These are the no-window Vanspeed capsules I bought for my Transit build. I repaired shipping damage and modified the edges to install them on my extended van.
View Current Configurations
Current Vanspeed Transit Ext Capsules Without Windows — Unpainted (Alternative)
The current Vanspeed listing has a separate Transit EXT capsule configuration. The pictured option is the unpainted shell without bunk windows.
View Alternative
Flarespace Ford Transit 148 El Flares (Alternative)
Flarespace lists this flare family for extended-length Transit vans. The pictured flare has no window installed.
View Alternative