When going through the options we wanted for our Ram ProMaster there was no selection for remote start on the Ram Trucks website. luckily for us, our salesman advised us that it was an available option and asked us if we wanted it. Boy, are we glad he did! The remote start option is up there as one of my favorite options available for our Ram ProMaster. Ram ProMaster Remote … [Read more...] about Ram ProMaster Remote Start
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DIY Portable Solar Generator
We had some 12v electrical components sitting around from a previous van build. Unfortunately, they don’t fit the planned electrical system for our new Family Friendly Ram ProMaster Build. So, instead of letting the battery sit and die, we decided to use the parts to build a simple power station, a cheap DIY Portable Solar Generator. Building A DIY Portable Solar … [Read more...] about DIY Portable Solar Generator
Installing Sound Deadening In Our Camper Van Conversion
Even with automotive insulation and sound deadening installed on the floor of our Promaster van, it is still very loud. The sound of rocks bouncing up into the wheel wells is so loud it could almost be considered distracted driving. To dampen this noise and to stop our van panels from vibrating like a drum, we will be Installing Sound Deadening In Our Camper Van … [Read more...] about Installing Sound Deadening In Our Camper Van Conversion
Campervan Dinette Booth Stage
If you plan on using your conversion van for more than two people, then some type of dining area and sitting area will be needed. Our plan from the beginning was to use the front and second-row seating as a Dinette Booth style seating area. To make this area more comfortable while sitting in both the swiveling front seats and Folding Bed Seat, we needed to build some type of … [Read more...] about Campervan Dinette Booth Stage
Gasoline Parking Heater Installation
If you plan on using your Conversion Van for any type of winter activity, you should definitely consider how to heat your Van. If you have been following our Ram ProMaster Conversion Build, you know that we purchased a Chinese Parking Heater Webasto Copy from Drivworld on Amazon. It took a while, but we finally have it in and running. There were a few hiccups but it works, and … [Read more...] about Gasoline Parking Heater Installation