Camper Van Fridge Installation. We installed a new Alpicool CX50 12v Compressor RV fridge in our conversion campervan. This new 12v fridge is larger and more efficient than our previous … [Read More...] about Camper Van Fridge Installation
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Van Rooftop Tent Bottom Entry DIY
We added a DIY Bottom Entry “pass-through” hole to the Roofnest Rooftop Tent on our Ram ProMaster This custom DIY bottom entry access hole allows for easy access and egress between the van's cab … [Read More...] about Van Rooftop Tent Bottom Entry DIY
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DIY Aluminum Van Roof Rack
We built a Custom DIY Aluminum Roof Rack for our Ram ProMaster Van. It is a lightweight and durable aluminum roof rack rail system that is designed to be modular and easily modified for future … [Read More...] about DIY Aluminum Van Roof Rack
Home Projects
Moving Blanket Acoustic Sound Treatment
Moving Blanket Acoustic Sound Treatment Panels. I built some makeshift acoustic sound treatment panels using thrift store picture frames and moving blankets. Moving Blanket Acoustic Sound Treatment … [Read More...] about Moving Blanket Acoustic Sound Treatment
DIY Recycling Bin Storage Rack
We built a Recycling Bin Storage Rack to make it easy to store, hold and sort out our recyclable items. Our Recycling area was starting to get a little unkempt. To fix this we built a… Recycling … [Read More...] about DIY Recycling Bin Storage Rack
Outdoor LED Strip Lights
We installed American Lighting Color Changing Neon Flex Outdoor LED Strip Lights on the front of our house. This waterproof outdoor LED flexible light was easy to install and added impressive light … [Read More...] about Outdoor LED Strip Lights
Weekender Van Life
Yeti Roady 20
We picked up an imitation Yeti Roadie 20 Cooler to use for day trips and short van adventures. Physically identical to the original Yeti and offering seemingly similar ice retention. Small enough … [Read More...] about Yeti Roady 20
Inflatable Bodyboard Review
The BoardX Inflatable Bodyboard is a convenient way to bring a fun and affordable bodyboard on your next vacation. We picked up two Inflatable Bodyboards to use on some of our Van adventures and … [Read More...] about Inflatable Bodyboard Review
Shakespeare Pitchin Stik
The Shakespeare Pitchin Stik spincast combo is an affordable rod reel combo that is both compact and durable. We picked up two of them as a way to keep some fishing gear in the van full-time. The … [Read More...] about Shakespeare Pitchin Stik
Van Roof Rack Wind Deflector
We built a simple, easy-to-install DIY wind deflector to help reduce noise and vibration caused by the roof rack on our Ram ProMaster camper van conversion. A wind fairing aka wind deflector is a … [Read More...] about Van Roof Rack Wind Deflector
Yeti Yonder Review
Yeti Yonder Review - We picked up some of the new Yonder bottles from Yeti. Are they the best plastic water bottles you can buy? The new Yeti Yonder is a durable and lightweight water bottle that … [Read More...] about Yeti Yonder Review
One Person White Water Raft
We picked up the Boatify One Person White Water Raft to use at the lake this summer. The Boatify One Person Inflatable White Water River Raft is a miniature White Water Raft that is only 6.9 feet … [Read More...] about One Person White Water Raft
NOCO Boost Plus GB40 Genius Boost+ Review
We picked up a NOCO GB40 Boost Plus Jump Starter as a safety measure in the unfortunate situation of having a dead battery. The Boost Plus is a compact Lithium-Ion battery booster pack with enough … [Read More...] about NOCO Boost Plus GB40 Genius Boost+ Review
Energizer Vision Rechargeable Lantern Review
The Energizer Vision Rechargeable Lantern is a 1000 Lumen Rechargeable LED Camping Lantern made for bright 360-degree lighting. It has three lighting brightness modes allowing for long runtime as well … [Read More...] about Energizer Vision Rechargeable Lantern Review
NOCO AC Port Plug Install
We installed a NOCO GPC1 AC Port Plug Power Inlet for the 125V Shore Power to 12v Converter Charger System in our van. The NOCO GCP1 is a simple-to-install 15 Amp plug-in port to run AC power for … [Read More...] about NOCO AC Port Plug Install
12V Converter Charger Install
We had a 12 Volt Converter Charger leftover from a dismantled build, instead of leaving it sit unused, we decided to use it as part of the simple electrical system in our Ram ProMaster. A 12v … [Read More...] about 12V Converter Charger Install
Smokeless Korean Barbecue Grill from IWATANI
Dreaming of some tasty Korean barbeque on one of your van life adventures, check out the Iwatani Smokeless Korean Barbecue grill. Prep your meats and vegetables at home then head out, a tasty … [Read More...] about Smokeless Korean Barbecue Grill from IWATANI
12V LED Dimmer Switch
We installed a 12V Dimmer Switch for the recessed ceiling-mounted LED Puck Lights in our van. While we have been using the LED Lighting in our van for a while now, they are so bright. At times, too … [Read More...] about 12V LED Dimmer Switch
Butane Card Stove
A Butane Card Stove is a great gas stove for casual car and van camping. We have been on the lookout for a super small and compact burner to have ready to use when out and about in the van. When … [Read More...] about Butane Card Stove
Van Life Packing Cubes
Van Life Packing Cubes. Do you have every available space stuffed to the brim in a “perfectly organized” chaos? Me too, that is until I started using Packing Cubes. Keeping stuff organized can be … [Read More...] about Van Life Packing Cubes
Rooftop Tent Rolling Storage For Our Roofnest Falcon XL
We built a rolling storage frame for our Roofnest Falcon XL Rooftop Tent. Before actually using our Rooftop Tent we had figured we would leave the tent on the roof full time. I changed my mind about … [Read More...] about Rooftop Tent Rolling Storage For Our Roofnest Falcon XL
Roofnest Falcon Keder Cord Adjustment
Roofnest Falcon Keder Cord / Zipper Adjustment. It seems the tent material attached to the Top Shell of our Roofnest Falcon XL was incorrectly installed. In this post, we share our experience of … [Read More...] about Roofnest Falcon Keder Cord Adjustment
Yeti Rambler Water Bottle Review
I got a new Yeti Rambler Water Bottle. I’ve wanted one forever and It’s so nice 👍 I wouldn’t have purchased one for myself as they are ridiculously expensive. Fortunately for me, my wife is the … [Read More...] about Yeti Rambler Water Bottle Review
Roofnest Falcon XL Roof Top Tent Installed On A Ram ProMaster
Roofnest Falcon XL Roof Top Tent on a Promaster Van? Yes, please! No doubt in the future Rooftop Tents will be commonplace atop many Adventure Vans. Why? Because they are awesome. A dry and … [Read More...] about Roofnest Falcon XL Roof Top Tent Installed On A Ram ProMaster
Weekender Van Life
Van Carbon Monoxide Safety
Van Carbon Monoxide Safety. If you use any type of combustion heater in your Van then you should think about Carbon Monoxide Safety. We were concerned about low levels of CO, so we decided to get … [Read More...] about Van Carbon Monoxide Safety
Rooftop Tents – Clamshell / Wedge Style Rooftop Tents
Rooftop tents. It was a huge decision to drop five large on our new Roofnest Falcon XL Rooftop Tent and as with most of the purchases we have done for our Weekender Van Life Ram ProMaster Conversion, … [Read More...] about Rooftop Tents – Clamshell / Wedge Style Rooftop Tents
Van Rear Door Floor Edge Trim
Van Rear Door Floor Edge Trim. It’s funny how good you feel when you cap off a project. Our Van Rear Door Floor Edge Trim is another, “tie it all together” project that makes all that hard work … [Read More...] about Van Rear Door Floor Edge Trim
Metal Van Cabinets
Metal Van Wall Cabinets. Wall-mounted upper cabinet storage is a great way to add storage to a van. Having storage at eye level allows for easy viewing and ergonomic access to contents. Inspired … [Read More...] about Metal Van Cabinets
Van Conversion Inspiration Ideas
So, good news, my Ram dealer has advised me that my van has been built and is just waiting for final touches before being shipped out. While waiting for my van to get here I have spent some time … [Read More...] about Van Conversion Inspiration Ideas
Van LED Lights
Van LED Lights. Most standard van cargo area lighting is dull and not suited for anything more than convenience lighting when entering or exiting the van. Also, the standard cargo lighting is … [Read More...] about Van LED Lights
Van Battery Bank
Upgrading Our Van Battery Bank. One of the best things about Van and RV Camping is having convenient access to a power source. Keeping devices charged, lights on and air flowing through your van makes … [Read More...] about Van Battery Bank