Great West Vans Conversions Inc.

Can I buy directly from the factory?

navigator — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 22:21:58 +0000

No. We sell through a dealer network to ensure excellent sales and service of our product. In fact, because many states and provinces legally require certain checks be performed by the retailing dealer, you may not be permitted to take delivery at the factory. Arrangements can sometimes be made through your local dealer, however, to take delivery at our St. Andrews, Manitoba Factory. Where we will happily give you a tour of the facility.

Can a Great West Van be built to accommodate a wheel chair?

navigator — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 22:21:36 +0000

Although a wheel chair lift is not available from Great West we will happily modify the floorplan to accommodate installation by an after-market company.

Can a U.S. resident buy in Canada?

navigator — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 22:21:02 +0000

A U.S. resident needs a Great West Van built to U.S. specifications. Canadian units are not built to U.S. specifications.

Is it possible to have the LP gas system deleted and everything run on 110 or 12V?

navigator — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 22:20:37 +0000

Everything will already run on 110 or 12V except the stove, furnace and water heater. We do not offer these items in 110V since they would require a generator to run when not connected to an external electrical connection which limits the Great West’s self containment.

What are the cabinets made of?

navigator — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 22:19:56 +0000

Solid plywood. No particle board is used.

What kind of insulation do you use? What is its R value?

navigator — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 22:18:13 +0000

Depending on the van and the location in the van we may use insulating foam or fibreglass. All vans have an R value of 7 and are equipped with oversized furnaces and air conditioners to maintain a comfortable temperature inside no matter what weather conditions are like outside.

Where is the generator located?

navigator — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 22:17:01 +0000

Why is it more expensive to build from the inside of a Great West Van?

navigator — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 22:16:06 +0000

With most class ‘C’s, the interior is installed first from the outside with the walls and roof added after. This is less costly than Great West which must be built within the confines of the exterior.

What appliances can I run on the auxiliary battery? The generator?

navigator — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 22:15:02 +0000

The auxiliary battery will power the lights, range hood fan & light, refrigerator, roof vent fan, TV & VCP, and water system. The generator will power all these plus the air conditioner and/or heat pump, microwave oven, and power converter with charger.

What air conditioner settings provides the best cooling?

navigator — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 22:14:02 +0000

Medium fan setting and number 6 to 7 on the temperature dial. Setting the A/C on maximum at all times may freeze the compressor.