October 29, 2019
When I was seeking to build out my camper van, I was certain that I wanted to integrate a solar system into my build. Solar power just makes sense for someone who wants to travel in a van and boondock occasionally in remote places where power hookups are likely not available. I was building out […]
August 13, 2019
If you are considering van life, you may wonder if purchasing a van to live in is a good investment. Since homes are typically good investments one might think that owning an RV or a camper van might also be a good investment. Is a camper van really a good investment? Purchasing a camper van […]
August 13, 2019
Van life has become popular in recent years thanks to the internet. With people sharing photos and adventure logs of places traveled and adventures lived, many people are jumping on board with this exciting trend. There is no doubt that the popularity has risen but what is so appealing about this lifestyle? Van life is […]
July 8, 2019
We wanted a camper van but without the high costs associated with a traditional RV. So, we decided to buy a cargo van and turn it into a custom camper. It’s likely that you have seen such vans around the internet these days. Especially on Pinterest or Instagram where they have become popular. You’ve probably […]
July 7, 2019
Insulation in a camper van is a highly debated topic. Many people have many different opinions as to what works the best or if insulation should even be used at all. After looking at all options available, we decided to use 3M Thinsulate and believe this to be the best option available on the market. […]
July 7, 2019
Cutting a hole in the top of your van is one of the scariest things you’ll do during your van build. This is something I put off for a long time because once it’s done, there is no going back. I imagined every possible scenario of what could go wrong. I watched so many videos […]
July 7, 2019
If you’ve ever ridden in a cargo van, you know just how loud these metal boxes can be. Road noise can be unbearable on long trips as you hear nearly everything along the way. Even the smallest bump can echo throughout the van as the metal panels vibrate. These vans are built for work so […]
July 7, 2019
When we purchased our van, it came with a mess of stuff bolted to the floor. As I’m sure many people experience, we had to rip this stuff out and then worry with the holes that were left. Had we realized there were going to be so many holes to fill, we may have kept […]
July 7, 2019
Searching for a van can be a daunting task. It’s often difficult to find a good used van that is in excellent condition with low mileage. On the other hand, buying a new van is expensive and isn’t usually a good idea since vehicles depreciate so much. Which Van is Best For Conversion to a […]