Introducing Xeennaa the Warrior: A Van’s Journey to Rebirth

Meet Xeennaa the Warrior, my E350 Ford camper van, battle-scarred and weathered from the roads she’s conquered. She carries war woundsrusted patches, dented armor, and faded battle paint—each one a mark of the adventures she’s seen, the storms she’s endured, and the years she has fought through. But warriors don’t fall; they rise, adapt, and fight on.

And now, it’s my turn to honour her spirit.

A Mission to Heal a Warrior

When I first laid eyes on Xeennaa, I saw more than just an old van—I saw a fighter, a legend waiting to be reborn. Beneath the rust and dents is a soul yearning for revival, a machine that still has countless adventures to take, roads to conquer, and stories to tell.

I don’t want to simply restore her; I want to breathe new life into her, turning her into the ultimate road warrior she was meant to be. A place of comfort, strength, and freedom. A symbol of resilience.

Documenting Xeennaa’s Transformation

From her current battle-worn state to her future warrior form, I will document every step of Xeennaa’s transformation—the struggles, the victories, the unexpected challenges. This journey isn’t just about fixing a van; it’s about honouring her past, embracing the present, and creating a future full of new adventures.

Through blog updates, photos, and videos, you’ll witness the before and after of Xeennaa’s rebirth. Every piece that is fixed, every inch that is restored, will be a testament to the warrior spirit that refuses to be forgotten.

Join Xeennaa’s Journey

Restoring a warrior isn’t a solo mission. If you feel drawn to Xeennaa’s story, you can be a part of this adventure by donating materials, tools, or funds to help in her rebirth. Whether it’s a piece of insulation, a can of paint, or a few dollars toward a new battery, every contribution becomes part of her new armor.

Below is Xeennaa’s Warrior Supply List, showing what’s still needed for her transformation. If you’d like to help equip her for the next chapter of her journey, you’re welcome to donate items or support financially in any way that feels right.

🛠 Xena’s Warrior Supply List

(Items striked are acquired.)

🛠 Structural & Insulation
Sound Deadener – Noico 80 mil Sound Deadener
Foam Board Insulation – Owens Corning Foamular 1-inch
Reflective Insulation – Reflectix 48-inch x 10-ft Roll
Spray Foam – Great Stuff Gaps & Cracks
High-Strength Spray Adhesive – 3M 90 Spray Adhesive
Upholstery Fabric for the roof
Side walls insulation (not sure what i have is enough!)
1″ x 2″ wood (structural support)
Wood panels (side covering)
(Coroplast)
3 Plaskolite 0.157-inch x 48-inch x 96-inch White Corrugated Plastic Sheet
Exterior Raptor Liner Application (Future Upgrade)
Raptor Liner Kit (U-POL Raptor Liner 4-Liter Kit) chocolate
Raptor Liner Kit (U-POL Raptor Liner 4-Liter Kit) beige
Hardener/Activator (Included in most kits)
Wax & Grease Remover – U-POL System 20 Degreaser
Adhesion Promoter – U-POL Grip #4 Adhesion Promoter
Bedliner Roller
Sandpaper – (180-220 Grit Sandpaper for roughing up painted surfaces/80-120 Grit Sandpaper for bare metal areas)
Variable Speed Random Orbit Sander
3M Automotive Masking Tape
Painter’s Plastic
Microfiber Cloths
Air Compressor
Raptor Liner Spray Gun – U-POL Raptor Professional Spray Gun
🚐 Flooring
Plywood Subfloor – ¾-inch Baltic Birch
Vinyl Flooring – TrafficMaster Rigid Core Vinyl Plank
Construction Adhesive – Liquid Nails Heavy Duty
Wood Screws – SPAX Multi-Material Screws
rubber mat for under bed garage area
🔋 Electrical System
100Ah Deep Cycle Battery – Renogy Lithium Battery
Solar Panel Kit – Renogy 200W Starter Kit
Power Inverter – BESTEK 1000W Pure Sine Wave
LED Lights – 12V Puck-style LED Lights
LED Light Strips – Govee Smart LED
🚰 Plumbing & Kitchen
Freshwater Tank – RecPro 16 Gallon
Graywater Tank – RecPro 16 Gallon
hoses and quick release valves for both fresh and gray connections
Bar Sink
Sink faucet + drinking water faucet
12V Water Pump – Shurflo 4008
Portable Propane Stove – Coleman Classic
Butcher Block Countertop – Home Depot Hardwood Butcher Block
🛏 Sleeping
3 IKEA SKORVA Center support beam, galvanized
6 Bed Frame Bracket for IKEA Bed Frame
18 M8 bolts
rivit nut riveter tool
18 M8 rivit nuts
wood bed slated base
Foam Mattress
🌬 Ventilation & Climate Control
Roof Vent Fan – Maxxair
2KW Diesel heater
10L Plastic Diesel Tank 

How You Can Help

If you want to be part of Xena’s transformation, here’s how:


🔹 Share this journey

Together, we can take Xena the Warrior from a battle-scarred survivor to a reborn legend. 🚐🔥

Follow Her Transformation

Stay tuned for updates, photos, and videos as Xena goes through her warrior revival. Let’s bring her back to life, one step at a time.