2016 Casita Spirit Deluxe
- Overland Build Full Details of build:
https://forum.expeditionportal.com/threads/off-road-casita-extremely-wel...
We’re selling our well optioned, built up, off-road oriented 2016 Casita Spirit Deluxe. We purchased this from the builder/owner back in September 2023 as a change from a pricey, fully self-contained rig we were paying on. They only sold to us in order to upgrade to an Oliver camper. The prior owner did an incredibly thoughtful job with it. We’ve only done some minor maintenance or fun upgrades.
There’s a very detailed build thread below, which interested parties should read through.
Original build thread: https://forum.expeditionportal.com/threads/off-road-heavy-duty-casita-bu...
A few highlights:
1. Fully reinforced frame with 3x2” rectangular tubing
2. 3500# axle replaced with 5200# axle + shocks and welded lift blocks professionally installed.
3. 31“ Toyo ATII Tires and full size spare on 15” wheels (sits around 5” higher than a stock Casita)
4. Rear platform for storage and full size spare
5. Front platform (Stromberg) that holds a 12 gallon fuel cell for a generator (generator not included, it also fits on the tray)
6. Propane tanks were upgraded to twin, 30# tanks
7. Converter was switched to a progressive dynamics (PD 4645VL 45 Amp) to allow a lithium battery
8. Battleborn 100ah lithium battery, Renogy 1000w inverter and bluetooth battery monitor (wiring diagram included)
9. Added factory propane furnace
10. Added Katy’s Closet (Custom closet for Casita’s, approx. $750)
11. Tinted windows
12. Fiamma f45s awning
Casitas are fully fiberglass trailers, so there should never be any leaks.
Despite the 17’ hitch to bumper length they have:
1. AC (I believe it’s the Coleman Mach 8500btu – It does have a heat strip which works very well)
2. Fridge/Freezer that runs off AC/DC/Propane
3. Microwave
4. Stove – 2 burners
5. Sink
6. Inside toilet & shower
7. Tank sizes are as follows: Fresh 23gal, Black 15 gal, Grey 32 gal
8. TONS of organized storage, including the Katy's closet addition
9.Outside shower
Specifically, since our ownership, we added or performed the below maintenance:
Wheel Bearings were re-packed, just to know exactly when they were last done.
Spare new and pre-packed bearing will be included
The PO had the brakes serviced, and we inspected to confirm they’re in great shape.
Replaced the toilet flush valve as well as added a cutoff in the water line to the toilet.
Added new LED lightbulbs throughout Added illuminated switches for the water heater and water pump
Replaced A/C filters
Inspected all external rivets – All are good and sealed up; rivet tool included
Installed a Camco R3 Recurve Weight Distribution Hitch – Low profile to keep the ground clearance provided by the lift.
Backup camera Mattress was removed to be able to use the dinette.
There was a nice Ikea mattress in place of the factory cushions for the entire life of the camper. Meaning, the cushions are BRAND NEW still.
We removed the TV, but you can add one back if you wish, as the mounting points are still there.
We also pulled out the microwave to use that area for pantry storage, but it can come with the sale, if you want it.