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Sky Lounge

This 2024 Mercedes Sprinter 144 AWD conversion is built on the El Capitan tier and designed for travelers who want a compact van layout with premium off-grid capability, flexible sleeping space, and high-end comfort features. The 144 wheelbase keeps the van easier to maneuver while still offering a full interior build with an indoor shower, custom couch-to-bed system, pop top, upgraded storage, and seating for additional passengers.

With an 800Ah lithium battery system, 300W solar, undermount air conditioning, diesel heat, Starlink Mini connectivity, upgraded suspension, and a premium interior finish package, this build is made for extended travel, remote work, and comfortable adventure in a smaller Sprinter platform.

Platform

  • 2024 Mercedes Sprinter 144 AWD
  • El Capitan build tier, level 5 of 5
  • Compact 144 wheelbase layout

Electrical

  • 300W solar system
  • Renogy 100W flexible solar panels
  • 50 amp DC-to-DC battery charger
  • 800Ah SOK lithium iron phosphate battery
  • 3000W UL rated pure sine wave inverter/charger
  • 5x 110V electrical outlets with USB A and USB C
  • 1x 110V GFCI outlet on control panel
  • Additional switched GFCI outlet for Bosch
  • 30 amp shore power plug-in

Plumbing

  • 30 gallon freshwater tank
  • Water level sensor
  • Freshwater heating pad
  • Greywater system with heating pad
  • Indoor shower with white FRP walls
  • 4 gallon electric hot water heater
  • Rear door outdoor shower
  • Laveo dry flush toilet with internal battery
  • Anti slip mat under toilet
  • Rain cover for toilet

Heating and cooling

  • Premium insulation package with Havelock wool
  • Foam insulation on all PEX plumbing lines and fittings
  • Exterior pipe insulation for under van plumbing
  • RecPro tank heater pad on greywater tank
  • RecPro tank heater pad on freshwater tank
  • Maxxair Deluxe ceiling vent fan with remote
  • Cruise N Comfort VES Icebox 12V undermount AC with dual fan condenser
  • Espar diesel powered cabin heater

Kitchen

  • Acacia butcher block countertop
  • Portable single burner induction cooktop
  • Stainless steel undermount sink
  • Hot and cold faucet
  • Sink insert
  • Isotherm Cruise 65 refrigerator
  • Guzzle H2O Stealth 5 water purification unit
  • Dedicated stainless steel drinking water faucet

Interior and design

  • Wood Veneer Hub acoustic slat panel ceiling
  • Integrated ceiling strip lighting
  • Vinyl wood style flooring
  • Advanced interior lighting package
  • LED strip under kitchen kicker
  • Garage light inside rear compartment

Storage

  • 4 overhead cabinets
  • Custom under counter double door cabinet
  • Integrated refrigerator and drawer
  • Headliner shelf
  • FVCO Sprinter step extension shoe cubby

Sleeping and living

  • Custom sliding couch-to-bed system
  • SCA manual lift pop top
  • Driver and passenger swivel seats
  • Lagun adjustable swivel table
  • 2 Freedman Go-ES SpaceSaver foldaway passenger seats
  • Passenger sliding door T-vent window
  • Solid rear door windows
  • 2 CRL 10×33 bunk windows
  • AMA 18 15 driver side bunk window
  • Magnetic blackout window coverings, set of 10

Technology and connectivity

  • VIZIO 24 inch smart TV with swivel mount
  • Customer provided Starlink Mini
  • Striker Fabrication Starlink Mini mount
  • Striker Fabrication DC power adapter for Starlink Mini

Exterior and upgrades

  • SCA pop top
  • Electric awning with integrated LED package
  • Timber Van Kits pop top awning mounting brackets
  • All terrain wheels and tires, set of 5
  • Van Compass Stage 4.3 suspension upgrade
  • Basic side steps
  • CA Tuned front bumper
  • FVCO tire carrier with ladder
  • FVCO rear door platform
  • FVCO rear storage box
  • Exterior perimeter lighting package

Safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide and smoke detector
  • Magnetic blackout window coverings

Interior colors and finishes

  • Flooring: Hearthside Hickory
  • Countertops and tables: Dirty Boots stain
  • Trim and control panels: Bleached Bone stain
  • Slat ceiling: Natural Walnut / Black
  • Cabinet paint: SW 7646 First Star
  • Walls and remaining paint: Papago White
  • Fixtures: Stainless Steel
  • Outlets: White
  • Door and drawer pulls: Dark brown leather with brass knobs
  • Rims: Arsenal Matte Black
  • Cushion fabric: Sunbrella Posh Graphite
  • Pop top paint: Paint matched to vehicle
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